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On March 29, 2025, the Los Angeles Lakers visited Memphis and secured a thrilling 134–127 win over the Grizzlies at the FedExForum. This high-scoring showdown was a rollercoaster of lead changes and momentum swings, ultimately decided by late-game heroics from the Lakers’ star trio: Austin Reaves, Luka Dončić, and LeBron James. Here's an in-depth look at their performances, key game moments, and what this result means for both playoff-bound teams.

Star Performances

Austin Reaves – 31 pts, 8 ast, 7 reb

Austin Reaves delivered the standout performance with 31 points, including a perfect 10/10 free throw shooting, along with eight assists and seven rebounds. His sharpshooting from deep (5/8 from three) and calm under pressure during crunch time was pivotal. In the fourth, Reaves hit a crucial three-point play at the 1:21 mark, effectively sealing the come-from-behind win 

Luka Dončić – 29 pts, 9 ast, 8 reb

In only his second month with the Lakers, Luka shined again. He scored 29 points on 8/18 shooting, dished nine assists, and grabbed eight rebounds. Throughout the game, Dončić orchestrated the offense, especially during clutch stretches, hitting a key three-point play that helped L.A. regain control late in Q3 .

LeBron James – 25 pts, 8 ast, 6 reb

Even at age 40, LeBron remains dominant. He logged 25 points, eight assists, and six boards on 10/21 shooting . He was a consistent presence, sparking the team in the first quarter, then delivering in the fourth with vital buckets—most notably a thunderous dunk that ignited a crucial 13–4 L.A. run. 

Supporting Cast Highlights

Gabe Vincent provided a spark off the bench with 15 points in about 23 minutes, knocking down 4/6 from three in the early going.

Rui Hachimura added 13 points and came through when needed in the final quarter 

Dorian Finney‑Smith chipped in with 11 points, including 3/7 from beyond the arc, and a team-high +15 plus-minus

Grizzlies Response

Desmond Bane – 29 pts, 6 ast

Bane led Memphis with 29 points on 12/18 shooting, including 5/8 triples, and handed out six assists. He kept the Grizzlies competitive, particularly during their comeback surge in the third quarter.

Jaren Jackson Jr. – 24 pts, 4 reb, 1 bl

Jackson Jr. chipped in 24 points on 8/13 shooting with three triples and five free throws, also adding four rebounds. He was active on both ends at the rim. 

Ja Morant – 22 pts, 10 ast, 8 reb

Morant flirted with a triple-double, posting 22 points, 10 assists, and eight rebounds. Although he was 9/23 from the field, he remained a game-changer with his playmaking and second-quarter spark.

Memphis closed the third quarter ahead after a ferocious 16–4 opening to the period, their first lead since Q1. But they were undone by costly turnovers and defensive lapses in the fourth .

Key Game Flow

First Quarter Blowout: Lakers exploded to a 39–28 lead, fueled by Reaves, LeBron, and Finney-Smith.

Grizzlies’ Rally: Memphis fought back late in Q2, ending the half 72–61 behind Bane's hot shooting and Morant's drives .

Tight Third Quarter: The Grizz led briefly, but Reaves, Dončić, and James responded to reclaim control by quarter’s end .

Final Stretch: Led by a Laker 13–4 run, including key baskets from LeBron and Reaves, L.A. secured the lead and fended off Memphis’s final push .

Postgame Impact & Context

Playoff Positioning: The Lakers improved to 45–29, moving a full game ahead of Memphis and claiming the head-to-head tiebreaker (3–1 season series) .

Momentum for L.A.: This marked their second win in three games and capped off a confidence-boosting four-game road trip .

Memphis Turmoil: This was the Grizzlies’ first game under interim coach Tuomas Iisalo, following Taylor Jenkins’s dismissal the prior day. Holding a lead in Q3 showed promise, but they couldn’t sustain it. 

Fan Reaction: Lakers Nation erupted, celebrating the trio’s best combined effort of the season and the team’s clutch resilience .

Full Box Score Summary

Team FGM-A 3PM-A FTM-A AST REB TO

Lakers 45–89 19–43 25–27 30 48 13

Grizzlies 50–95 14–32 13–18 33 48 12

Lakers edged out in three-point shooting (44.2% vs. 43.8%) and free throw accuracy (92.6% vs. 72.2%), with the difference sealed in the fourth quarter’s clean execution .

Player-by-Player Grades (Lakers)

According to Silver Screen & Roll, this was the best collective game of the year for L.A.’s "big three"—Reaves, LeBron, and Luka—who combined for 85 points and shot 24‑26 from the line. Their performances earned high grades, reflecting dominance both as individual stars and a triumvirate.

What’s Next?

Lakers will carry this energy into the postseason scramble, hoping this road trip builds crucial cohesion heading into May.

Grizzlies face scrutiny around their coaching shift; Iisalo must harness their late-game chops and sharpen execution if Memphis is to hold onto their playoff seed.

Conclusion

The Lakers’ 134–127 victory over the Grizzlies on March 29 showcased superstar excellence, clutch veteran play, and bench contributions all coalescing under pressure. Reaves emerged as the night’s unexpected hero, while Dončić and James reinforced why this trio presents a formidable title threat. For Memphis, the game revealed resilience and opportunity, but falling short in crunch time may define their road ahead. As the playoff jockeying intensifies, both teams head into April with lessons learned—Los Angeles riding confidence, Memphis seeking consistency.