nba Game Recap
Cleveland Falls 116-97 to Lakers - Recap
Cleveland was scorched by D'Angelo Russell for 28 points as the Lakers defeated the Cavaliers 116-97 in NBA action on Saturday.
The Lakers were a -4.5-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters. The combined score dipped UNDER the total, which closed at 230.0.
LeBron James had 24 points for Los Angeles and Anthony Davis chipped in with 22 points. LeBron James had 12 assists for the Lakers, while Anthony Davis was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 13 boards.
Cleveland got 26 points from Darius Garland in a losing cause and another 21 points from Caris LeVert. Donovan Mitchell contributed 7 assists for the Cavaliers, while Jarrett Allen had 12 rebounds.
Los Angeles led at halftime, 65-56.
Los Angeles heads into a battle against the Timberwolves. Cleveland, meanwhile, will have their next action against Los Angeles.