Lakers Struggle in Game 5 but Look to Close Out Grizzlies in LA

• The Lakers lost Game 5 to the Grizzlies 116-99 despite a strong performance from Anthony Davis.
• LeBron James had an uncharacteristically poor night, shooting just 5 of 17 from the field.
• Ja Morant and Desmond Bane led the way for Memphis, combining for 64 points.
• The series shifts back to Los Angeles for Game 6 with the Lakers leading 3-2.
• The Lakers will need to tighten their defense and get more from James to avoid a Game 7.

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