The Lakers progressed to the NBA In-Season Tournament semifinals because to LeBron James' 15 points in the fourth quarter. The team overcame Phoenix at home 106:103 and advances in the eliminations.
The Lakers were led by James, who finished with 31 points, 8 rebounds, 11 assists, and 5 steals. Anthony Davis had 27 points and 15 rebounds. Austin Reeves led the team with 20 points and six rebounds. With 31 points and 7 rebounds, Kevin Durant led the way for Phoenix. Grayson Allen and Devin Booker each had 21 points, with the former adding 11 rebounds and 6 assists.
The Lakers took a breather after Devin Booker cut Phoenix's deficit to 101:102. Kevin Durant was accurate for 103:105, but Anthony Davis' successful free throw put an end to the disagreement with a final score of 106:103.
In the other game Friday night, Milwaukee defeated New York 146:122 to move into the top four of the competition.
Giannis Antetokounmpo led the way for Milwaukee with 35 points, 8 rebounds, and 10 assists. Damian Lillard finished with 28 points and seven assists. Malik Beasley led the team with 18 points. New York was led by Julius Randle, who had 41 points, 6 rebounds, and 5 assists. Jalen Brunson had 24 points and six assists. RJ Barrett had 23 points and eight rebounds.
The hosts shot better from three, going 23/38 to the Knicks' 7/23. Furthermore, the Bucks had 32 assists to the opponent's 27 completions. /BGNES
