Lakers lose 4th game of road trip as LeBron James makes history in loss to Grizzlies.
The Los Angeles Lakers' 131-114 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies, which left them 4-4 overall and 1-4 on their road trip, served as a reminder of Anthony Davis' importance to the team.
It was always going to be difficult for the Lakers because they were playing without their All-Star big man, who was out due to a bruised left heel, and starting forward Rui Hachimura.
With 60 points in the paint, 15 second-chance points off of 12 offensive rebounds, and 27 fastbreak points, the Grizzlies made the Lakers pay for being undersized.
LeBron James' impressive offensive effort, which included a season-high 39 points on 15 of 24 shooting, seven rebounds, and six assists.
James also made history with his 1500 appearance made history once again in the NBA.
The Lakers also received scoring from D'Angelo Russell, who finished with 12 points and three assists, and Austin Reaves, who finished with 19 points and five assists.
Star guard Ja Morant led the Grizzlies with 20 points and five assists, while Jaren Jackson Jr. and Jaylen Wells also scored 20 points.
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