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LeBron James

Lakers hold off Grizzlies in 128-121 thriller

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Luka Doncic and LeBron James
Jan 2, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) and Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) walk to the bench during a time out in the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

The Los Angeles Lakers looked to get back on top in the New Year with a win against the Memphis Grizzlies. LA came out strong holding a 15-point lead at one point in the first half.

The Lakers wound up winning 128-121, thanks to 34 points from Luka Doncic and 31 from LeBron James. Memphis battled hard after giving up 39 first-quarter points to LA.

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Ultimately, with their star Ja Morant, shooting 7-18 for 16 points and struggling to find his touch, it was difficult for them to gain any traction against the Lakers. LA improved to 21-11 on the season, while Memphis drops to 15-19.

About the Author Published Jan 3, 2026

TITAN FREY

Titan Frey is a dedicated father to three wonderful children, whom he takes immense pride in. His passions include reading, writing, basketball, both playing and watching, and playing chess. Titan spent five years working as a journalist for the basketball website fadeawayworld.net, where he served as editor-in-chief for four and a half years. One of his most notable achievements was interviewing Chuck Cooper III, the son of Chuck Cooper, the first African American ever drafted by an NBA team, and writing a biography that has been praised as the most definitive article about Cooper’s legacy. Titan is the author of more than ten novels and the screenwriter of three produced short films. His newest young adult novel, Echoes of the Hardwood: Braxton Foxworthy’s Time‑Travelling Book Report, blends basketball history with heartfelt storytelling and is now available. Order here: https://a.co/d/bo7BYz1

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