The Los Angeles Lakers won against the Memphis Grizzlies with a score of 120-114. The game took place at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on Sunday, January 4, 2026. Luka Dončić led the Lakers with 36 points, 9 rebounds, and 8 assists.

LeBron James also contributed with 26 points, 7 rebounds, and 10 assists. The Grizzlies had strong performances from Santi Aldama and Jock Landale, each securing double-doubles. This win brought the Lakers’ record to 22-11, while the Grizzlies fell to 15-20.

MEM	34	31	22	27	114
LAL	26	28	29	37	120

The Grizzlies started strong in the first quarter, scoring 34 points compared to the Lakers’ 26. Memphis kept their lead in the second quarter, adding 31 points, while the Lakers scored 28. By halftime, the Grizzlies held a 65-54 lead. Their shooting percentage was 42% from the field, while the Lakers shot 47.5%. In the third quarter, the Lakers began to close the gap, scoring 29 points to Memphis’s 22. The final quarter saw the Lakers continue their push, scoring 37 points while the Grizzlies added 27. Key performances from Luka Dončić and LeBron James helped the Lakers secure the win. The Lakers ended the game with 30 assists and 6 blocks, showing strong teamwork on both ends.

Luka Dončić led the Los Angeles Lakers with 36 points. He also added 9 rebounds and 8 assists. His shooting was efficient, making 10 of his 20 attempts.

LeBron James also had a strong performance for the Lakers. He scored 26 points and contributed 10 assists. His shooting accuracy stood out, hitting 8 of his 14 shots.

For the Memphis Grizzlies, Cedric Coward scored 16 points. He was effective from the field, making 6 of 9 shots. Jock Landale added a double-double with 13 points and 10 rebounds.

What’s Next

The Los Angeles Lakers’ win brings their record to 21-11. They stand at 5th place in the Western Conference. This victory helps them stay in a strong position for the playoff race.

For the Memphis Grizzlies, their record drops to 15-19. They are in 10th place in the Western Conference. The loss makes their path to the playoffs more challenging, but they remain in contention.

The Memphis Grizzlies are set to play their next game on Tuesday, January 06, against the San Antonio Spurs. This game will take place at their home venue, the FedExForum. Following this, the Grizzlies will face the Phoenix Suns at home on Wednesday, January 07.

The Los Angeles Lakers will play their next game on Tuesday, January 06, against the New Orleans Pelicans. This game will be on the road at the Smoothie King Center. The day after, on Wednesday, January 07, the Lakers will travel to face the San Antonio Spurs.

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