In game 1 of the playoffs between Los Angeles Lakers and Memphis Grizzlies on April 16, 2023, the Lakers emerged victorious with a score of 128-112. The Lakers had a field goal percentage of 53.3%, a three-point percentage of 43.2%, and a free throw percentage of 87.5%, while the Grizzlies had a field goal percentage of 47.2%, a three-point percentage of 36.1%, and a free throw percentage of 93.8%.
The Lakers had balanced scoring, with five in double figures, playing crucial roles in the team's victory. LeBron James had 21 points, 11 rebounds, and 5 assists. Anthony Davis contributed 22 points, 12 rebounds, and 7 blocks, while D'Angelo Russell had 19 points and 7 assists. Austin Reaves scored 23 points. Rui Hachimura came off the bench and had a tremendous game, scoring 29 points and grabbing 6 rebounds in just under 30 minutes of play and was also the leading scorer for the Lakers .
The Grizzlies' Jaren Jackson Jr. had a game-high 31 points, while Desmond Bane added 22 points and 5 rebounds. Ja Morant had 18 points and a team-high 6 assists, but he also had 6 turnovers. Dillon Brooks added 15 points.
The Lakers dominated the rebounding battle, out-rebounding the Grizzlies 45-31, including 12 offensive rebounds. The Lakers also had more assists, steals, and blocks than the Grizzlies. With this victory, the Lakers took a 1-0 lead in the best-of-seven series. The Lakers will look to build on their momentum in the next game on Wednesday, while the Grizzlies will aim to bounce back and even the series.
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