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The Lakers took the initiative in the opening minutes of the game, while the life of the Mavs was only supported by Dorian Finney-Smith, who played perfectly.
However, in the second half, the hosts gained a double-digit lead and did not look back.
In the fourth quarter, the Texas team was briefly back in the single-digit “zone,” but then Frank Vogel called for a minute of rest and the Lakers advanced again.
VIDEO: Match summary
In this game, the key to the victory of the Los Angeles team was the fight for the balls, which was won with an overwhelming advantage – 53:27.
The points race of L.James and L.Dončičius, which interested all basketball fans, ended this time with a Slovenian victory, but it was a small consolation.
L. James played 22 points in 31 minutes (5/10 of two points, 3/8 of triples, 3/4 of penalties), bounced 7 balls and made 10 assists.
At the end of the game, when the winner of the game was clear, the Lakers coach placed his star on the bench.
L. Dončičius scored 27 points (7/14 from two points, 2/5 from three points, 7/8 from a penalty) in 34 minutes, bounced 4 balls and had 7 assists.
The Dallas team was not yet helped in this match by Latvian Kristapas Porzingis, who was being treated for an injury.
“Lakers”: Anthony Davis 28 (Rev. 8), LeBron James and Montrezl Harrell 22 each, Dennis Schroder 18, Kyle Kuzma 13.
“Mavericks”: Luka Dončičius 27, Josh Richardson 17, Dwight Powell 11, Dorian Finney-Smith and Tim Hardaway 10 each.
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