The Los Angeles Lakers continued their winning streak with a dominant 128-111 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Tuesday night. LeBron James led the charge with 23 points and nine assists, while Anthony Davis contributed 21 points and 12 rebounds. The Lakers have now won seven of their last eight games, solidifying their position in the Western Conference.
D’Angelo Russell was a standout performer for the Lakers, shooting 7 for 14 from 3-point range and scoring 25 points. Rui Hachimura and Max Christie also made significant contributions to the team’s success.
On the other side, the Raptors struggled to find their footing, suffering their 14th consecutive loss. RJ Barrett led Toronto with 28 points, while Immanuel Quickley added 20 points. Despite their efforts, the Raptors were unable to overcome the Lakers’ strong performance.
The Lakers’ defense was a key factor in the game, holding the Raptors to just 58 points at halftime. James and Davis continued to dominate in the third quarter, extending the Lakers’ lead to 100-79.
Toronto was missing several key players due to injuries, including Scottie Barnes and Jakob Poeltl. Additionally, Jontay Porter was sidelined as he remains under investigation for gambling allegations.
The Lakers will face the Washington Wizards next, while the Raptors will take on the Minnesota Timberwolves in their upcoming game. The Lakers are looking to maintain their winning momentum, while the Raptors are hoping to end their losing streak and bounce back with a strong performance.