The Los Angeles Lakers won against the Memphis Grizzlies with a score of 128-121. The game took place at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on Friday, January 2, 2026. The Lakers improved their record to 21-11, holding the 5th position in the Western Conference. Luka Dončić led the Lakers with 34 points, 6 rebounds, and 8 assists. LeBron James also had a strong performance, scoring 31 points with 9 rebounds and 6 assists. For the Grizzlies, Ja Morant contributed with 16 points and 11 assists, while Kentavious Caldwell-Pope added 20 points.

The Lakers started strong with a 39-point first quarter, leading the Grizzlies by 8 points. The Grizzlies kept pace in the second quarter, scoring 29 points, while the Lakers added 27 points. This brought the halftime score to 66-60 in favor of the Lakers.

In the third quarter, the Grizzlies scored 36 points, narrowing the Lakers’ lead to just 2 points. However, the Lakers closed the game with a 32-point fourth quarter, securing the win. The Lakers’ strong shooting at 57.7% from the field helped them outpace the Grizzlies, who shot 47.9%.

Luka Dončić led the Lakers with 34 points, showing his scoring ability. He also contributed with 6 rebounds and 8 assists. His performance helped secure the win for Los Angeles.

LeBron James added 31 points for the Lakers. He was effective from the field, making 12 of his 18 shots. His 9 rebounds and 6 assists added to his strong game.

For the Grizzlies, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope scored 20 points. He made 6 of his 10 shots and grabbed 5 rebounds. Ja Morant also had a notable game with 16 points and 11 assists.

What’s Next

The Los Angeles Lakers improved their record to 20-11 with the win over the Memphis Grizzlies. This victory keeps them in 5th place in the Western Conference. The Lakers are looking to climb higher in the standings as the season progresses.

The Memphis Grizzlies now have a record of 15-18 after this game. They remain in 9th place in the Western Conference. The Grizzlies will aim to improve their position in upcoming games to secure a spot in the playoffs.

The Memphis Grizzlies will face the Los Angeles Lakers again on Sunday, January 04. The game will take place at Crypto.com Arena. After that, the Grizzlies will play at home against the San Antonio Spurs on Tuesday, January 06.

The Los Angeles Lakers will also play their next game against the Memphis Grizzlies on Sunday, January 04. This game will be at home at Crypto.com Arena. Following this, the Lakers will travel to play the New Orleans Pelicans on Tuesday, January 06.

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