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Lakers Secure No. 4 Seed with Win Over Grizzlies Behind Historic Trio Performance

LeBron James, Luka Doncic, and Austin Reaves combine for 85 points and make NBA history as Los Angeles defeats Memphis 134-127.

MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE - APRIL 26: Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies brings the ball upcourt against Austin Reaves #15 of the Los Angeles Lakers during Game Five of the Western Conference First Round Playoffs at FedExForum on April 26, 2023 in Memphis, Tennessee.
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Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) and forward LeBron James (23) greet each other on the court in the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Memphis Grizzlies, Saturday, March 29, 2025, in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/Brandon Dill)
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Overview

  • The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Memphis Grizzlies 134-127, solidifying their position as the No. 4 seed in the Western Conference standings.
  • LeBron James, Luka Doncic, and Austin Reaves became the first trio in NBA history to each record at least 25 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists, and 2 three-pointers in a single game.
  • Coach JJ Redick held a pregame meeting with the star trio to improve chemistry, resulting in one of their most cohesive offensive performances since Doncic joined the team.
  • LeBron James' vocal leadership during the game was credited with rallying the team, particularly in a critical fourth-quarter timeout when Memphis had taken the lead.
  • The Lakers' supporting cast, including Gabe Vincent, Rui Hachimura, and Dorian Finney-Smith, contributed strong shooting performances, combining for 10 three-pointers.