Memphis Grizzlies vs LA Lakers player stats and box score for Dec. 15 game. [photo: Imagn]
The LA Lakers dominated the first half against the Memphis Grizzlies before holding on for a 116-110 win. LA led 64-46 at halftime before Memphis won the next two quarters 64-52. The Lakers took a 2-1 lead in the season series and improved its record to 14-12 following their victory.
Anthony Davis erupted for a game-high 40 points with 16 rebounds, two assists, two steals and one block. LeBron James contributed 18 points, eight rebounds and eight assists after returning from injury layoff.
The Grizzlies' desperate attempt to rally took a big hit when Jaren Jackson Jr., who led his team with 25 points, fouled out. Jackson committed a loose ball foul on Anthony Davis with 4:12 remaining in the game. Davis made two free throws to push the Lakers' lead to 109-98.
