Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick challenged his players to improve defensively at halftime of Monday’s 138-117 win vs. the Miami Heat at Crypto.com Arena. The Lakers entered the break ahead 79-72, then held the Heat to 45 second-half…
Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick challenged his team defensively at halftime, prompting a stronger performance in a 138-117 victory over the Miami Heat. After entering the break ahead 79-72, the Lakers limited Miami to 45 second-half points to improve to 6-2 on the season. Redick stressed postgame that the team cannot rely solely on offense.
Luka Doncic powered the Lakers with 42 points, 13 assists, and seven rebounds, while Austin Reaves added 27 points. Walker Kessler posted 15 points and 15 rebounds. For Miami, Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 30 points as the Heat dropped to a 2-5 record.
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