Three quarters and clock out! LeBron with 22+7+9, Doncic 26+6+8, Lakers crush Warriors to end 3-game losing streak

On March 1st, Beijing time, in an NBA regular season game, the Lakers defeated the Warriors 129-101 on the road, ending their three-game losing skid.

For the Warriors: Santos 14 points, Moody 12 points, Payton 12 points, Melton 10 points 4 assists; For the Lakers: Doncic 26 points 6 rebounds 8 assists, James 22 points 7 rebounds 9 assists, Reaves 18 points, Kennard 16 points, Laravia 15 points 5 rebounds, Ayton 4 points 10 rebounds.

In the first quarter, the Lakers displayed strong shooting prowess, with Smart, James, and Kennard all hitting three-pointers. A barrage of threes helped the Lakers secure a dream start of 17-5. Throughout the quarter, the Lakers firmly maintained their initiative. Richardson and Reaves continued to fire from outside before the team shifted tactics, increasing their attacks in the paint, which left the Warriors struggling to respond. The quarter ended with the Lakers leading 33-20.

In the second quarter, Kennard, James, and Smart hit shots from beyond the arc in succession. Maintaining their hot shooting, the Lakers extended their lead to 24 points at 46-22. Players like Melton, Horford, and Moody gradually found their rhythm, helping the Warriors narrow the gap somewhat. Subsequently, consecutive drives to the basket by Reaves and James allowed the Lakers to regain control, building a commanding 65-47 lead. In the first half, James was in excellent form, scoring 20 points alone.

In the third quarter, Doncic, quiet for the first half, finally ignited, sinking two three-pointers right after the break to help the Lakers further expand their advantage. During this period, Doncic dominated, scoring 16 points on 5-of-7 shooting, including four three-pointers, making the Lakers' lead seemingly insurmountable. They ended the quarter leading 99-72.

In the final quarter, as the lead grew even larger, the game entered garbage time. Both teams gradually pulled their starters, effectively ending the contest. The Lakers comfortably maintained their advantage and secured the victory.

Starting Lineups

Warriors: Moody, Santos, Green, Melton, Podziemski

Lakers: Smart, James, Ayton, Reaves, Doncic