Two NBA blue bloods, the Philadelphia 76ers and the Los Angeles Lakers, clashed on Nov. 8, 2024, at the Crypto. com Arena in Los Angeles. The Lakers’ 116-106 win served as a milestone during the developing 2024-25 NBA season.
Game Overview
The Lakers built a 68-60 halftime lead. They expanded their margin in the third quarter and entered the final period leading by 96-81. The 76ers made a late charge, but the Lakers kept the game under control to earn the victory.
Key Player Performances
Los Angeles Lakers:
Anthony Davis: 31 points, 11-of-20 shooting from the field, 7-of-8 from the free-throw line (1)(1) He also made his mark defensively.
LeBron James: James recorded his 114th career triple double, putting up 21 points, 13 assists and 12 rebounds. His leadership and playmaking were instrumental in getting the Lakers the “W.”
Austin Reaves: Reaves scored 20 points, going 6 of 10 from deep, and dished out seven helpers, demonstrating his offensive versatility.
Philadelphia 76ers:
Paul George: George led the 76ers with 25 points on 9-of-18 shooting, plus five rebounds and four assists.
Andre Drummond: 15 Pts, 12 rebounds – Had a double-double tonight as he built on his paint presence.
Kyle Lowry: Lowry scored 12 points and had six assists, bringing experience and playmaking ability.
Team Statistics
The Lakers shot better — 51.8% from the field and 45.7% from 3-point range. The 76ers, by comparison, shot 40.6% overall and 33.3% from three. Rebounds: 76ers, 44; Lakers, 45LThere was nothing separating the two teams in rebounds.
Recent Team News
Los Angeles Lakers:
The win gave the Lakers (5-4) strong improvement from home performance. LeBron James’ triple-double was a reminder of his lasting impact, and Anthony Davis remained a dominant figure on both sides of the court.
Philadelphia 76ers:
The loss dropped the 76ers to 1-7, a sign of early-season struggles. Although Paul George and Andre Drummond has had an amazing personal game, the team were not winning games.
Historical Context
The Sixers and Lakers have a long history of faceoffs. The 76ers pummeled the Lakers 138-94 on March 22, 2024.
