LeBron James
led the Los Angeles Lakers to a 121-118 overtime win against the Memphis Grizzlies on April 24, 2023, in the fourth game of their first-round series. With this victory, the Lakers took a 3-1 lead in the series, moving one win away from advancing to the next round of the playoffs.
James had an outstanding performance, scoring 42 points, grabbing 10 rebounds, and dishing out eight assists. The Lakers superstar made several clutch shots down the stretch, including a game-tying three-pointer in the final seconds of regulation that sent the game into overtime.
Anthony Davis also contributed significantly to the Lakers’ win, finishing with 29 points and 13 rebounds. Meanwhile, the Grizzlies’ Ja Morant had a strong game with 31 points and 10 assists, but it wasn’t enough to push his team to victory.
The Lakers struggled at times, particularly on the defensive end, where they gave up 118 points to a young and energetic Grizzlies team. However, James and Davis’ brilliance carried them to the win, and the Lakers now have the opportunity to close out the series in Game 5.
Overall, it was an exciting and thrilling game that showcased the talent and competitiveness of both teams. The Lakers’ victory puts them in a strong position to advance to the next round of the playoffs, while the Grizzlies will need to win the next three games to keep their season alive.