Lakers Playoffs

Lakers Advance to Second Round of Western Conference Playoffs

Los Angeles Defeats Grizzlies 125-85 in Game 6

Los Angeles Lakers 125, Memphis Grizzlies 85

The Los Angeles Lakers have advanced to the second round of the 2023 Western Conference playoffs after defeating the Memphis Grizzlies 125-85 in Game 6 on Friday night.

The Lakers were led by Anthony Davis, who had 28 points and 13 rebounds. Russell Westbrook added 21 points, and LeBron James had 20 points.

The Grizzlies were led by Ja Morant, who had 19 points. Desmond Bane added 15 points, and Dillon Brooks had 14 points.

The Lakers took control of the game in the third quarter, outscoring the Grizzlies 35-18. The Lakers led by 20 points at the end of the third quarter, and they never looked back.

The Lakers will now face the No. 1-seeded Phoenix Suns in the second round of the playoffs. The Suns are the defending Western Conference champions, and they are one of the favorites to win the NBA championship this season.