The Lakers were able to get a 113-101 win over the visiting Cleveland Cavaliers.
The Lakers now improve to a 3-3 record with LeBron James returning to the lineup after missing the prior two games with a sore ankle. James scored 26 points in 38 minutes of playing time; he also grabbed three rebounds and dished out eight assists on the night.
Carmelo Anthony has been playing extremely well this season. Anthony continued his hot play against the Cavaliers Friday night. He scored 24 points in 25 minutes of play. Anthony also knocked down six out of eight from the three-point line. He also grabbed 5 rebounds on the night as well. LeBron James had nothing but high praise for Carmelo after the two took over the game down the stretch.
Anthony is “a threat,” according to James, who improved to 16-1 in his career against the Cavaliers.
“He’s a sniper,” James added. “One of those guys that doesn’t need much air space to get it off because it’s a quick trigger. He creates so much space for Russ and myself and A.D. to work our pick-and-roll magic.”
More Lakers Contributions
- Russell Westbrook scored 19 points, grabbed six rebounds, and dished out five assists.
- Anthony Davis scored 15 points, grabbed nine rebounds, and dished out three assists.
The Lakers will face the Houston Rockets on Halloween night at the Staples Center. Tip-off is at 10:30 pm Eastern/ 7:30 pm Pacific.
