LeBron James powered the Lakers to victory over the Grizzlies, marking his impactful return from injury.
In his absence, the Lakers secured a crucial double-overtime win against the Bucks, highlighting their playoff ambitions. Upon his return, James led the charge against the Grizzlies, especially as Anthony Davis rested, contributing a triple-double to a 136-124 win in Memphis.
LeBron set a new milestone, becoming the NBA’s second-oldest player to achieve a triple-double. He boasted 23 points, 14 rebounds, and 12 assists. With a peak lead of 27 points, the Lakers improved their record to 41-32.
Rui Hachimura rose in Davis’s absence, scoring 32 points. The Lakers showcased depth, with seven players hitting double figures and a team shooting efficiency of nearly 56%, contrasting with the Grizzlies’ 47%.
Memphis, missing Ja Morant due to injury, faced another loss, dropping to 24-49 for the season. Desmond Bane stood out for Memphis with 26 points and 16 assists.
The game also featured a unique match-up between the NBA’s oldest and youngest players, LeBron James at 39 and GG Jackson at 19, emphasizing the contrast of youth and experience. A recent draft pick, Jackson contributed 10 points in his 29 minutes for the Grizzlies.
