Lakers coach JJ Redick played Jaxson Hayes over Deandre Ayton in the fourth quarter of the win over Memphis. He explained why.

James registered 30 points (10-19 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 7-7 FT), eight rebounds, eight assists, two steals and one block over 33 minutes during the Lakers ' 111-103 win over the Pelicans on Tuesday.

Los Angeles (22-11) defeated Memphis (15-20), 120-114, Sunday at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California. Former Vol Dalton Knecht totaled three points, two rebounds and one steal in 13 minutes for the Lakers. He converted 1-of-5 field goal attempts and 1-for-4 free throw attempts.

After coming off a victory in their previous Lakers vs Grizzlies game, Los Angeles again got a 120-114 win against them on Sunday.

Los Angeles Lakers guard Marcus Smart believes having veterans plays a role in L.A. remaining undefeated in clutch games.

South Bay boasted one of its best lineups in some time, with Drew Timme and Bronny James back on the squad after missing the OKC game. They were led by a dominant performance from Timme with 26 points 10 rebounds and nine assists,

With Marcus Smart and Jake LaRavia in the lineup, they’ve been able to bring balance on defense for the Lakers.

Four goals in the first two periods and three more in the third extended Detroit Lakes winning streak to two games.