Feb 20, Crypto.com Arena, LA: In the ravishing match last night, LeBron James scored 40 points, including eight straight in a fourth-quarter surge, and Austin Reaves had 32 as the Los Angeles Lakers to s 110-102 on Thursday night’s game.
The Lakers were without the team guard Luka Doncic, who missed the game as he recovered from a strained calf. Deni Avdija led Portland with 28 points. After Portland tied at 81 in the fourth quarter, Reaves gave the Lakers a lead again with a scoop shot. LeBron James kicked things into a higher gear. After an empty possession for Portland, James made a 3-pointer to give the Lakers an 86-81 lead. He hit another 3 moments later to make it 89-81.
After Portland’s timeout, James hit another jumper to make the score 95-86. Reaves made three free throws to extend the lead back to double-digits at 99-89.
The Trail Blazers Lakers coach JJ Redick praised James for his efforts in building a partnership with Doncic and his ability to connect with the team The Blazers struggled from the free-throw line, hitting only 67% of their attempts compared to the Lakers’ 92%. Rookie center Donovan Clingan for the Trail Blazers finished with six points and six rebounds.
Another key moment includes Coach JJ Redick, praising James for his approach to building a partnership with Doncic. He said that he thinks he has been fantastic since they got Luka and just in terms of his engagement and his ability to connect with (Doncic),” Redick said.
Next, the Lakers will visit the Denver Nuggets on Saturday night. The Blazers host the Charlotte Hornets on Saturday night.
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