Lakers eke out win vs. Kings in offensive showcase
1 year, 11 months ago

Lakers eke out win vs. Kings in offensive showcase

The Hindu  

Dennis Schroder made two free throws with 3.6 seconds left, LeBron James recorded 37 points and the Los Angeles Lakers increased their season-best winning streak to five games with a high-octane 136-134 victory over the host Sacramento Kings on Saturday night. James added eight rebounds and seven assists, while Thomas Bryant scored a season-high 29 points on 12-of-14 shooting and collected 14 rebounds for Los Angeles. Westbrook split two free throws with 18.9 seconds left before Fox tied the score with a 13-foot turnaround jumper with 7.4 seconds to play. Sacramento inched back ahead near the end of the quarter, but James drove for a hoop with 1.3 seconds left to tie it at 109.

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Pacers use 70-point second half to rout Kings 122-95 for their fourth straight victory
17 hours, 4 minutes ago

Pacers use 70-point second half to rout Kings 122-95 for their fourth straight victory

Associated Press  

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Pascal Siakam had 19 points and 10 rebounds, and the Indiana Pacers dominated the second half to rout the Sacramento Kings 122-95 on Sunday. Siakam scored 13 points after halftime, when the Pacers outscored the Kings 70-43 after the game was tied at 52 at the break. The Pacers shot 58% for the game and made 17 …

Lakers play the Pistons on 3-game win streak
1 day, 11 hours ago

Lakers play the Pistons on 3-game win streak

Associated Press  

Detroit Pistons vs. Los Angeles Lakers Los Angeles; Monday, 10:30 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Los Angeles seeks to prolong its three-game win streak with a victory over Detroit. The Pistons average 111.7 points per game, 2.0 fewer than the 113.7 the Lakers allow to opponents. LAST 10 GAMES: Lakers: 5-5, averaging 102.9 points, 44.2 rebounds, 23.9 assists, 8.8 steals and …

James scores 32, Lakers sweep 2-game set against Kings with 103-99 win
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1 day, 16 hours ago

James scores 32, Lakers sweep 2-game set against Kings with 103-99 win

Associated Press  

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — LeBron James had 32 points and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Sacramento Kings 103-99 to sweep a two-game set on Saturday. Trailing 101-99 with 12 seconds left, the Kings had a chance to tie after Anthony Davis missed two free throws but squandered the opportunity after they couldn’t secure the rebound. Kings: Head coach Mike Brown …

Lakers rally late, then hold off Kings for another win
2 days, 18 hours ago

Lakers rally late, then hold off Kings for another win

LA Times  

The test was obvious the minute the Lakers got their schedule for the 2024-25 season. Thursday, in their first game against the Kings in Sacramento, Davis was terrific in a game Lakers coach JJ Redick called his “favorite” win of the season. Rui Hachimura’s offensive rebound after Davis missed a pair of free throws with 12.1 seconds left kept the …

NBA roundup: Memphis Grizzlies beats Golden State Warriors 51-point loss; LeBron breaks record as Lakers trump Kings
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3 days, 10 hours ago

NBA roundup: Memphis Grizzlies beats Golden State Warriors 51-point loss; LeBron breaks record as Lakers trump Kings

The Hindu  

Santi Aldama scored 21 points and grabbed 14 rebounds for the Memphis Grizzlies, who drained a franchise-best 27 3-pointers to overwhelm the visiting Golden State Warriors 144-93 on Thursday. Lakers 113, Kings 100 LeBron James had 19 points, six rebounds and seven assists while breaking the NBA record for regular-season minutes, helping Los Angeles beat the Sacramento Kings 113-100. De’Aaron …

NBA roundup: Joel Embiid comes back to help 76ers beat Bulls; Warriors edge past Timberwolves
2 weeks ago

NBA roundup: Joel Embiid comes back to help 76ers beat Bulls; Warriors edge past Timberwolves

The Hindu  

Joel Embiid returned from a seven-game absence to provide 31 points and 12 rebounds as the Philadelphia 76ers held off the host Chicago Bulls for a 108-100 win in the NBA on Sunday afternoon. Trey Murphy III led New Orleans with 25 points, with CJ McCollum adding 19, Dejounte Murray racking up 18 points and 11 assists and Yves Missi …

Without LeBron James, Lakers roll past Trail Blazers 107-98 to end 3-game skid
2 weeks ago

Without LeBron James, Lakers roll past Trail Blazers 107-98 to end 3-game skid

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Anthony Davis scored 30 points and had 11 rebounds, D’Angelo Russell added 28 points with 14 assists and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Portland Trail Blazers 107-98 on Sunday night without LeBron James. With James missing his first game of the season because of a left foot contusion, Max Christie started his second game for the …

Kevin Huerter's 26 points leads Kings in 141-97 blowout over Jazz
2 weeks ago

Kevin Huerter's 26 points leads Kings in 141-97 blowout over Jazz

Hindustan Times  

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Kevin Huerter had 26 points, including six 3-pointers, and the Sacramento Kings beat the Utah Jazz 141-97 on Sunday night. HT Image The Kings, who have won three of their last four games, are an on offensive tear after scoring 140 points in Friday’s win over the Spurs. The Kings continued dominating with a 43-point third quarter …

Kevin Huerter’s 26 points leads Kings in 141-97 blowout over Jazz
2 weeks ago

Kevin Huerter’s 26 points leads Kings in 141-97 blowout over Jazz

Associated Press  

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Kevin Huerter had 26 points, including six 3-pointers, and the Sacramento Kings beat the Utah Jazz 141-97 on Sunday night. The Kings, who have won three of their last four games, are an on offensive tear after scoring 140 points in Friday’s win over the Spurs. The Kings continued dominating with a 43-point third quarter with De’Aaron …

NBA roundup: Trae Young’s trey in OT lifts Hawks past Lakers
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2 weeks, 2 days ago

NBA roundup: Trae Young’s trey in OT lifts Hawks past Lakers

The Hindu  

Trae Young hit a go-ahead 3-pointer with 7.4 seconds left in overtime, helping the Atlanta Hawks beat the visiting Los Angeles Lakers 134-132 on Friday. 76ers 102, Magic 94 Paul George scored 21 points and handed out nine assists as the 76ers topped Orlando to earn a split of the teams’ two-game home series in Philadelphia. Celtics 111, Bucks 105 …

Jonathan Kuminga scores career-high 33 points, Warriors beat Rockets 99-93 to snap 5-game skid
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Jonathan Kuminga scores career-high 33 points, Warriors beat Rockets 99-93 to snap 5-game skid

Associated Press  

SAN FRANCISCO — Jonathan Kuminga scored a career-high 33 points and made two crucial layups over the final 1:04, and the Golden State Warriors snapped a five-game losing streak by beating the Houston Rockets 99-93 on Thursday night. Andrew Wiggins added 23 points and Brandin Podziemski grabbed 12 rebounds for the Warriors in the opening game of a home back-to-back. …

NBA 2024-25 roundup: Surging Hawks cools off Bucks, Heat thrashes Lakers
2 weeks, 4 days ago

NBA 2024-25 roundup: Surging Hawks cools off Bucks, Heat thrashes Lakers

The Hindu  

Wisconsin native Jalen Johnson scored 23 points and De’Andre Hunter added 20 to lead the Atlanta Hawks to a 119-104 win in Milwaukee, ending the Bucks’ seven-game winning streak. The Celtics’ Kristaps Porzingis added 26 points and nine rebounds, and Sam Hauser made 5 of 10 3-point attempts while logging 20 points. Timberwolves 108, Clippers 80 Julius Randle scored 16 …

The Kings make 15 straight shots to beat the Rockets 120-111
2 weeks, 5 days ago

The Kings make 15 straight shots to beat the Rockets 120-111

Associated Press  

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Domantas Sabonis scored 27 points and Sacramento made 15 straight shots from the field to beat Houston 120-111 on Tuesday night and deny the Rockets the top seed in the NBA Cup quarterfinals. The shooting spree by the Kings turned an eight-point deficit late in the second quarter into a 12-point lead midway through the third to …

LeBron James barely keeps double-digit scoring streak alive as LA Lakers fall to Minnesota Timberwolves
2 weeks, 6 days ago

LeBron James barely keeps double-digit scoring streak alive as LA Lakers fall to Minnesota Timberwolves

CNN  

CNN — LeBron James continues to endure one of the worst shooting slumps of his career as the Los Angeles Lakers were easily beaten, 109-80, by the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday. The four-time NBA champion did, however, just about keep his long-running, league-record, double-digit scoring streak alive, extending it to 1,243 games as he registered 10 points to go with …

Lakers lose to Minnesota in lowest-scoring game of the LeBron era in L.A.
3 weeks ago

Lakers lose to Minnesota in lowest-scoring game of the LeBron era in L.A.

LA Times  

Lakers star LeBron James reacts after missing a shot during a 109-80 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday. I just feel off rhythm these last three, four games.” Playing on the second night of back-to-back games, James looked as uncomfortable as ever in a Lakers uniform as he and his team failed over and over at the game’s simplest …

Trail Blazers beat Kings 115-106 to stay alive in NBA Cup
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3 weeks, 2 days ago

Trail Blazers beat Kings 115-106 to stay alive in NBA Cup

Associated Press  

PORTLAND, Ore. — Deandre Ayton had 26 points and nine rebounds to lead the Portland Trail Blazers to a 115-106 victory over the Sacramento Kings in an NBA Cup game on Friday night. Anfernee Simons added 21 points and nine assists and Deni Avdija had 20 points and nine rebounds for the Blazers. Takeaways Kings: Sacramento lost despite attempting five …

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scores 36 points as Thunder defeat Lakers 101-93 in NBA Cup game
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3 weeks, 2 days ago

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scores 36 points as Thunder defeat Lakers 101-93 in NBA Cup game

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 36 points, including 15 in the fourth quarter, and the Oklahoma City Thunder held on for a 101-93 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers in an NBA Cup game on Friday night. Dalton Knecht scored 20 points, including five 3-pointers for the Lakers, who have dropped four of their last five. Key moment The …

Davis and James power the Lakers past Wembanyama and the Spurs 119-101
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Davis and James power the Lakers past Wembanyama and the Spurs 119-101

China Daily  

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James faces off against San Antonio Spurs guard Stephon Castle in the second half during a NBA game at Frost Bank Center, San Antonio, Texas, USA on Nov 27, 2024. SAN ANTONIO — Anthony Davis had 19 points and 14 rebounds, LeBron James finished with 16 points, 11 assists and 10 rebounds and the Los …

Davis, Lakers square off against the Thunder
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3 weeks, 4 days ago

Davis, Lakers square off against the Thunder

Associated Press  

Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Los Angeles Lakers Los Angeles; Friday, 10 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Lakers -1; over/under is 229.5 BOTTOM LINE: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder take on Anthony Davis and the Los Angeles Lakers in Western Conference play. Los Angeles is fifth in the Western Conference with 27.1 assists per game led by LeBron James …

Davis and James power the Lakers past Wembanyama and the Spurs 119-101
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Davis and James power the Lakers past Wembanyama and the Spurs 119-101

Associated Press  

SAN ANTONIO — Anthony Davis had 19 points and 14 rebounds, LeBron James finished with 16 points, 11 assists and 10 rebounds and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the San Antonio Spurs 119-101 on Wednesday night. Los Angeles led by as many as 15 points in the first half before San Antonio cut the deficit to eight points. Los Angeles’ …

Jokic score 34, Porter adds 24 as Nuggets use strong second half to beat Lakers 127-102
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Jokic score 34, Porter adds 24 as Nuggets use strong second half to beat Lakers 127-102

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Nikola Jokic scored 34 points and Michael Porter Jr. added 24 as the Denver Nuggets used a strong second half to beat the Los Angeles Lakers 127-102 on Saturday night. Austin Reaves scored 19 points and LeBron James added 18 for the Lakers, who lost consecutive home games after starting the season 7-0 at home. Denver trailed …

The Sports Report: Lakers snatch defeat from the jaws of victory
1 month ago

The Sports Report: Lakers snatch defeat from the jaws of victory

LA Times  

LeBron James has the ball knocked away by Mo Wagner, left, as Franz Wagner helps on defense in the first half. Could bring ‘life-changing money’ for Venice family Yankees star Aaron Judge wins his second AL MVP award in three seasons RAMS From Gary Klein: After the Rams hired Sean McVay in 2017, general manager Les Snead was eager to …

Lakers’ six-game winning streak ends in late collapse to Orlando Magic
1 month ago

Lakers’ six-game winning streak ends in late collapse to Orlando Magic

LA Times  

Lakers star LeBron James dunks over Orlando’s Jonathan Isaac during the second quarter of the Lakers’ 119-118 loss Thursday at Crypto.com Arena. Franz Wagner hit a go-ahead three-pointer with 3.3 seconds left, giving the Orlando Magic a 119-118 win and ending the Lakers’ undefeated start at home. Shooting with a two-point lead and 18.9 seconds left, Davis missed a pair …

Fox scores 49 points one day after franchise-record performance to lead Kings over Jazz 121-117
1 month ago

Fox scores 49 points one day after franchise-record performance to lead Kings over Jazz 121-117

Associated Press  

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — After scoring 60 points in a losing effort the night before, De’Aaron Fox had 49 to lead the Sacramento Kings to a 121-117 victory over the Utah Jazz on Saturday night. Lauri Markkanen had 25 points, Keyonte George scored 19 and Collin Sexton added 18 for the Jazz. Kings: Fox made his first seven shots from the …

Anthony Davis has 31 points and 14 rebounds to lead Lakers past the Pelicans 104-99
1 month ago

Anthony Davis has 31 points and 14 rebounds to lead Lakers past the Pelicans 104-99

Associated Press  

NEW ORLEANS — Anthony Davis had 31 points and 14 rebounds and the Los Angeles Lakers extended their winning streak to five games with a 104-99 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans on Saturday night. Takeaways Lakers: Cam Reddish did not play after leaving Friday night’s game in San Antonio earlier than usual.. Austin Reaves scored 10 points but missed …

LeBron James achieves a career first and Anthony Davis scores 40 in exciting Lakers win
1 month, 1 week ago

LeBron James achieves a career first and Anthony Davis scores 40 in exciting Lakers win

LA Times  

Lakers star LeBron James drives against San Antonio’s Stephon Castle during the first half of the Lakers’ 120-115 win to open NBA Cup play Friday. “Taking steps in the right direction.” Davis, who scored a season-high 40 points, worked from the block with Wembanyama on his hip and the shot clock running down, only to find a cutting LeBron James …

Phoenix faces Sacramento, looks for 4th straight road win
1 month, 1 week ago

Phoenix faces Sacramento, looks for 4th straight road win

Associated Press  

Phoenix Suns vs. Sacramento Kings Sacramento, California; Wednesday, 10 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Kings -6.5; over/under is 225.5 BOTTOM LINE: Phoenix will try to keep its three-game road win streak alive when the Suns play Sacramento. Sacramento went 46-36 overall, 30-22 in Western Conference action and 24-17 at home during the 2023-24 season. The Kings averaged 7.6 steals, 4.2 …

Wembanyama’s 34 points, 14 rebounds, Paul’s double-double lead Spurs past Kings 116-96
1 month, 1 week ago

Wembanyama’s 34 points, 14 rebounds, Paul’s double-double lead Spurs past Kings 116-96

Associated Press  

SAN ANTONIO — Victor Wembanyama had 34 points and 14 rebounds, Chris Paul added 12 points and 11 rebounds and the San Antonio Spurs rolled to a 116-96 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Monday night. De’Aron Fox had 24 points, Domantas Sabonis finished with 23 points and 12 rebounds and DeMar DeRozan added 21 points for Sacramento. Harrison Barnes …

LeBron gets 2nd straight triple-double, Anthony Davis injured in Lakers’ 123-103 win over Raptors
1 month, 1 week ago

LeBron gets 2nd straight triple-double, Anthony Davis injured in Lakers’ 123-103 win over Raptors

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — LeBron James recorded his second straight triple-double, and Anthony Davis scored 22 points before leaving with an eye injury in the third quarter of the Los Angeles Lakers ' 123-103 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Sunday night. Takeaways Raptors: Immanuel Quickley scored 12 points and played back-to-back games in LA after missing eight straight with a …

DeRozan scores 34, Kings rally to win in OT 127-118, ending Suns’ win streak at 7
1 month, 1 week ago

DeRozan scores 34, Kings rally to win in OT 127-118, ending Suns’ win streak at 7

Associated Press  

PHOENIX — DeMar DeRozan scored the Kings’ first eight points in overtime and Sacramento snapped the Phoenix Suns’ winning streak at seven with a 127-118 win Sunday night. The Suns led through the fourth quarter until Keegan Murray tipped in his own missed shot with 3.9 seconds to play to give Sacramento a one-point lead. But Murray committed a foul …

Los Angeles puts home win streak on the line against Toronto
1 month, 1 week ago

Los Angeles puts home win streak on the line against Toronto

Associated Press  

Toronto Raptors vs. Los Angeles Lakers Los Angeles; Sunday, 9:30 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Lakers -10.5; over/under is 234 BOTTOM LINE: Los Angeles will try to keep its four-game home win streak intact when the Lakers take on Toronto. Los Angeles finished 47-35 overall last season while going 28-14 at home. The Lakers averaged 118.0 points per game last …

Morant, Wells, Jackson Jr. score 20 apiece as Grizzlies beat Lakers 131-114
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Morant, Wells, Jackson Jr. score 20 apiece as Grizzlies beat Lakers 131-114

Associated Press  

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Ja Morant scored 20 points before leaving in the third quarter with a right hamstring injury and the Memphis Grizzlies used their 3-point shooting to beat the Los Angeles Lakers 131-114 on Wednesday night. Rookie Jaylen Wells and Jaren Jackson Jr. also scored 20 points each for the Grizzlies. Takeaways Lakers: With Davis out, Los Angeles was …

Lakers Dominate Raptors, Secure First Road Win of the Season
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Lakers Dominate Raptors, Secure First Road Win of the Season

Associated Press  

The Los Angeles Lakers secured their first road win of the season with a resounding 131-125 victory over the Toronto Raptors. Anthony Davis shone with a season-high 38 points and 12 rebounds, while LeBron James contributed 27 points and 10 assists. The Lakers built a substantial lead throughout the game and never relinquished their advantage, ultimately securing their first win …

Kings Dominate Jazz, 113-96, as Sabonis and Fox Shine
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Kings Dominate Jazz, 113-96, as Sabonis and Fox Shine

Associated Press  

The Kings dominated the Jazz 113-96, extending their winning streak to two games. Domantas Sabonis shone for the Kings with 28 points and 11 rebounds, while DeMar DeRozan contributed 20 points and eight assists. The Kings shot 25.8% from 3-point range but hit 65.6% inside the arc, showcasing their improved shooting efficiency. The Jazz, without their defensive stopper Taylor Hendricks, …

Suns Rally for 109-105 Win, Hand Lakers First Loss
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Suns Rally for 109-105 Win, Hand Lakers First Loss

Associated Press  

The Phoenix Suns rallied to defeat the Los Angeles Lakers 109-105 on Monday night, snapping the Lakers' three-game winning streak. Devin Booker led the Suns with 33 points, while Kevin Durant added 30 and 10 assists. The Suns dominated the fourth quarter, outscoring the Lakers 30-18 to secure the victory.

Suns Dominate Mavericks, Clinching Crucial Victory
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Suns Dominate Mavericks, Clinching Crucial Victory

Associated Press  

The Phoenix Suns defeated the Dallas Mavericks 114-102 on Saturday night. Kevin Durant led the Suns with 31 points, while Jusuf Nurkic added 18 points and 14 rebounds. The Suns led by as many as 13 in the first half but settled for a 63-55 lead at the break. The Suns bounced back after blowing a 22-point lead against the …

LeBron James posts ‘surreal’ triple-double in Lakers’ comeback win over Kings
1 month, 3 weeks ago

LeBron James posts ‘surreal’ triple-double in Lakers’ comeback win over Kings

New York Times  

LeBron James posted his first triple-double of the season, including 16 points in the fourth quarter, as the Los Angeles Lakers improved to 3-0 for the first time since 2010-11 with a 131-127 defeat of the Sacramento Kings on Saturday night at Crypto.com Arena. “Just when you think he’s slowing down, man, he continues to show the world why he’s …

Lakers Rally from 22 Points Behind to Beat Suns in Thrilling Thriller
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Lakers Rally from 22 Points Behind to Beat Suns in Thrilling Thriller

Associated Press  

The Los Angeles Lakers rallied to beat the Phoenix Suns 123-116 on Friday night, snapping their 20-game losing streak. Anthony Davis led the Lakers with 35 points, while LeBron James contributed 17 points in the second half. The Lakers dominated the second half, outscoring Phoenix 35-24 and holding a 12-point lead in the fourth quarter.

Phoenix Suns Triumph in Thrilling OT Thriller, Spoiling Clippers' Opening Night
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Phoenix Suns Triumph in Thrilling OT Thriller, Spoiling Clippers' Opening Night

CNN  

The Phoenix Suns defeated the Los Angeles Clippers 116-113 in their opening night matchup at the Intuit Dome. Kevin Durant led the Suns with 25 points, seven rebounds, three steals, and a block, while Bradley Beal added 24 points. The Clippers had a chance to win in the final seconds but failed to catch a three-pointer from the inbounds pass.

Jaylen Brown and Celtics dominate Mavericks to take Game 1 of the NBA Finals
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Jaylen Brown and Celtics dominate Mavericks to take Game 1 of the NBA Finals

LA Times  

Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown dunks during a 107-89 victory over the Dallas Mavericks in Game 1 of the NBA Finals on Thursday night. Jaylen Brown scored 22 points, Kristaps Porzingis added 20 in his first game in more than a month and the Boston Celtics powered past the Dallas Mavericks 107-89 on Thursday night in Game 1 of the …

NBA Playoffs: Celtics take a 3-1 lead in the East semifinal series, Thunder levels series against Mavericks
7 months, 1 week ago

NBA Playoffs: Celtics take a 3-1 lead in the East semifinal series, Thunder levels series against Mavericks

The Hindu  

Jayson Tatum scored 33 points and the Boston Celtics beat the severely short-handed Cleveland Cavaliers 109-102 in Game 4 on Monday night to take a commanding 3-1 lead in their East semifinal series. Jaylen Brown added 27 for the Celtics, who can close out Cleveland with a win in Game 5 on Wednesday night at home. Thunder 100 - 96 …

Jayson Tatum helps Celtics rebound from loss to beat Cavaliers
7 months, 1 week ago

Jayson Tatum helps Celtics rebound from loss to beat Cavaliers

LA Times  

Jayson Tatum scored 33 points, Jaylen Brown added 28 and the Boston Celtics looked more like themselves after stumbling at home, beating the Cleveland Cavaliers 106-93 on Saturday night in Game 3 to take a 2-1 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinals. Mavericks hold off Thunder, take 2-1 lead Kyrie Irving scored 22 points, including a running left-hander in the …

LA Lakers, LeBron James Eliminated From NBA Playoffs After Denver Loss
7 months, 3 weeks ago

LA Lakers, LeBron James Eliminated From NBA Playoffs After Denver Loss

News 18  

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers crashed out of the NBA playoffs on Monday after defending champions Denver snatched a 108-106 victory to complete a 4-1 series triumph. The Lakers, bidding to become the first team in NBA playoff history to overturn a 3-0 series deficit, had looked poised to force a game six back in Los Angeles after …

LeBron scores 30, and the Lakers avoid 1st-round elimination with a 119-108 win over champion Denver
7 months, 3 weeks ago

LeBron scores 30, and the Lakers avoid 1st-round elimination with a 119-108 win over champion Denver

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles Lakers finally cracked the Denver Nuggets’ mastery of this rivalry and extended their playoff lives for at least another game. James scored 30 points, Anthony Davis added 25 points and 23 rebounds, and the Lakers avoided postseason elimination with a 119-108 victory over Denver in Game 4 of their first-round series Saturday night. D’Angelo …

For Lakers and Darvin Ham, another blown lead to Nuggets leaves more questions than answers about future
7 months, 3 weeks ago

For Lakers and Darvin Ham, another blown lead to Nuggets leaves more questions than answers about future

New York Times  

LOS ANGELES — As LeBron James took off from the dotted circle and dunked, the crowd roared at decibels that hadn’t been heard at Crypto.com Arena this season. “Got to figure out a way to get one on Saturday to stay alive.” It’s unclear if that’s possible for these Lakers, though. They had guys step up and make plays.” Before …

The Kings eliminate the Warriors from play-in tournament with 118-94 win
8 months ago

The Kings eliminate the Warriors from play-in tournament with 118-94 win

Associated Press  

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — The chants of “Light the Beam!” started midway through the fourth quarter as the Sacramento Kings kept piling on the Golden State Warriors. Keegan Murray scored 32 points, De’Aaron Fox added 24 and the Kings stayed alive in the play-in tournament, eliminating the Warriors with a 118-94 victory on Tuesday night. Obviously, losing to this team last …

Lakers beat Pelicans, advance to face Nuggets in the playoffs
8 months, 1 week ago

Lakers beat Pelicans, advance to face Nuggets in the playoffs

LA Times  

Lakers forward LeBron James drives down the lane for a layup during the first half Tuesday night in New Orleans. As Alvarado led a New Orleans second-half comeback, the fiery guard jawed right at Russell every time he beat him off the dribble, every time he made the right pass or hit the big shot. Russell’s huge corner three and …

The Kings beat the Blazers 121-82 in regular season finale to earn at least 1 more home game
8 months, 1 week ago

The Kings beat the Blazers 121-82 in regular season finale to earn at least 1 more home game

Associated Press  

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — De’Aaron Fox scored 24 points and the Sacramento Kings assured themselves of at least one more home game by beating the Portland Trail Blazers 121-82 in the teams’ regular-season finale on Sunday. Sacramento will head into the play-in tournament on Tuesday night, hosting Golden State in the ninth versus 10th-place game in the Western Conference that is …

CJ McCollum scores 28 points as Pelicans hold off Warriors 114-109 to help playoff position
8 months, 1 week ago

CJ McCollum scores 28 points as Pelicans hold off Warriors 114-109 to help playoff position

Associated Press  

SAN FRANCISCO — Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors realize they will have a hard road to reach the playoffs. McCollum hit a 3-pointer with 1:03 remaining to help seal it and scored 28 points, Zion Williamson had 26 and the New Orleans Pelicans boosted their playoff positioning by beating Golden State 114-109 on Friday night. “You’ve got to …

NBA roundup: Warriors’ win, Kings’ loss tightens play-in race
8 months, 1 week ago

NBA roundup: Warriors’ win, Kings’ loss tightens play-in race

The Hindu  

Stephen Curry recorded 22 points, eight assists, and seven rebounds to help the Golden State Warriors post a 100-92 victory over the host Portland Trail Blazers on Thursday, creating a three-way tie for eighth place in the Western Conference. Pelicans 135, Kings 123 CJ McCollum and Zion Williamson scored 31 points apiece and New Orleans beat host Sacramento for a …

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