In a stunning comeback, the Los Angeles Lakers dominated the Memphis Grizzlies in Game 6 of the first-round series, closing it out with a 117-91 victory (Lakers Nation). Lakers’ governor, Jeanie Buss, expressed her pride in the team’s resilience, fighting through a difficult start to the season with a 2-10 record (Lakers Nation). Lakers’ GM, Rob Pelinka, credited the freeing up of touches and minutes for Austin Reaves as a factor in the team’s trade deadline moves (Lakers Nation).
Before Game 6, Lakers’ coach, Darvin Ham, and his staff focused on improving their rotations after losing out in non-Anthony Davis minutes against the Grizzlies (Silver Screen and Roll). In spite of Desmond Bane’s guarantee of a Game 6 win for the Grizzlies, the Lakers remained confident and put up a dominant performance (CBS Sports).
The Lakers’ point guard rotation became a topic of discussion and concern during the playoffs against the Grizzlies’ strong one-two punch (Sports Illustrated). Lakers’ star player, Anthony Davis, noted the difficulty of winning closeout games in the playoffs (Lakers Nation).
The Lakers now move on to the second round, awaiting the winner of the Golden State Warriors and Sacramento Kings series (Lakers Nation). It remains to be seen whether the Lakers can maintain their momentum and continue their winning streak in the playoffs.
