Lakers Aim to Take Commanding Lead in Game 4 Against the Grizzlies
The Los Angeles Lakers will take on the Memphis Grizzlies in Game 4 of the Western Conference First-Round Playoffs, and the hosts will look to keep their momentum going at Crypto.com Arena on Monday. After a rocky start to the series, the Lakers have picked up their play in the last two games, earning a crucial Game 1 win on the road and a dominant Game 3 win at home.
In Game 3, the Lakers jumped out to a commanding lead, and although the Grizzlies fought hard to come back, it wasn’t enough to stop the Lakers from taking a 2-1 series lead. Led by Anthony Davis, who put up 31 points, 17 rebounds, two assists, three blocks, and two steals, and LeBron James, who contributed 25 points, nine rebounds, five assists, a steal, and a block, the Lakers dominated the Grizzlies. D’Angelo Russell also played a key role, adding 17 points, four rebounds, seven assists, and a steal.
The Grizzlies were led by Ja Morant, who exploded for 45 points, nine rebounds, and 13 assists, while Desmond Bane added 18 points and Jaren Jackson chipped in 13. Despite their impressive performance, it was not enough to overcome the Lakers’ dominant showing.
With a chance to take a commanding 3-1 series lead, the Lakers will aim to keep their momentum going at home, where they had a 23-18 record during the regular season. The Grizzlies, on the other hand, were 16-25 on the road, making it all the more difficult for them to pull off an upset in Game 4.
As both teams prepare for this crucial matchup, the Lakers will look to continue their dominance, while the Grizzlies will be determined to even the series. The stakes are high, and fans can expect an intense battle between two talented teams.
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