LeBron and AD back for the Lakers, against the undermanned Kings. The Lakers added Drummond, making them even more stacked, assuming he plays within himself. An odd shooting style by Haliburton, it's going in though. Nice tip by Gasol to end the 1st, Lakers down 7. I like the Kings bench backcourt acquisitions of Wright and Davis. The Lakers turn around the early deficit quickly. Metu playing well before going off injured. Lakers make separation in the 3rd, Kings retake the lead though with defensive activity. LeBron after making multiple buckets, misses the game winner. It didn't look possible for the Kings to win with these starting lineups, add to that Hield being just 1 of 11 from the field. The Lakers just 25% from 3, with 21 turnovers. Haliburton best with a game-high 23 points, 10 assists, 2 steals. AD with 22 points, 11 boards and 5 blocks. Holmes with 22 points, 9 boards. LeBron with 16 points in his return.
3. (Sac) T. Haliburton, 2. (Lal) A. Davis, 1. (Sac) R. Holmes.
3. (Sac) T. Haliburton, 2. (Lal) A. Davis, 1. (Sac) R. Holmes.