nba Game Recap
Los Angeles Defeats Milwaukee 133-129 - Recap
Anthony Davis scored 44 points and chipped in with 10 rebounds for Los Angeles on Friday, leading the Lakers to a 133-129 victory over Milwaukee at Fiserv Forum.
Los Angeles won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the +8.5-point spread as underdogs. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go OVER the closing number of 230.5.
LeBron James had 28 points for Los Angeles and Russell Westbrook chipped in with 15 points. Russell Westbrook had 11 assists for the Lakers, while Anthony Davis was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 10 boards.
The Bucks got a 40-point performance from Giannis Antetokounmpo, who was supported by 28 points from Jrue Holiday. Jrue Holiday had 9 assists in a losing cause for Milwaukee, while Bobby Portis grabbed 10 rebounds.
The Lakers hit the break winning 66-58 before taking care of business in the second half.
Los Angeles had a 44-42 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Los Angeles looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Wizards. The Bucks will aim to get back on the winning track at Charlotte.