nba Game Recap
Orlando Falls 116-105 to Lakers - Recap
The Magic were burned for 29 points by LeBron James on Friday as the Lakers picked up a 116-105 win at Amway Center.
Los Angeles won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -4.5-point spread as favorites. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go OVER the closing number of 217.5.
Los Angeles got 23 points from Carmelo Anthony and another 18 points from Russell Westbrook. Russell Westbrook contributed 7 assists, while Russell Westbrook cleaned the glass with 11 rebounds.
Orlando got 22 points from Jalen Suggs in a losing cause and another 19 points from Wendell Carter Jr.. Jalen Suggs contributed 9 assists for the Magic, while Mo Bamba had 8 rebounds.
The Lakers hit the break losing 62-54 before taking care of business in the second half.
Los Angeles had a 45-35 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Los Angeles heads into a battle against the Heat. Orlando, meanwhile, will have their next action against Chicago.