Lakers Edges Trailblazers 114-106: LeBron, Christie Shine

The Los Angeles Lakers secured a 114-106 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers at the (link unavailable) Arena, marking their sixth win in eight games. LeBron James led the team with 38 points, including seven 3-pointers, while Max Christie contributed a career-high 28 points. Austin Reaves added 15 points, 11 assists, and eight rebounds to help the Lakers overcome the absence of Anthony Davis, who sat out to rest his sprained left ankle ¹.

The Trail Blazers, who have lost four of their last six games, were led by Anfernee Simons with 23 points, including 11 in the fourth quarter. Shaedon Sharpe and Deni Avdija added 19 points each. Despite a strong start, scoring 31 points in the first quarter, the Trail Blazers struggled to maintain consistency throughout the game.

The Lakers’ victory was marked by key moments, including a 14-4 run in the fourth quarter, capped by James’ seventh 3-pointer with 59 seconds left. Christie’s emergence as a reliable contributor was also notable, with this being his fourth double-digit scoring performance in five games.

Game Highlights:

– LeBron James: 38 points, 7 3-pointers
– Max Christie: Career-high 28 points
– Austin Reaves: 15 points, 11 assists, 8 rebounds
– Anfernee Simons: 23 points, 11 in the fourth quarter

The Lakers will host the Atlanta Hawks next, while the Trail Blazers face the Milwaukee Bucks on Saturday.