nba Game Recap
Lakers Down Cleveland 131-120 - Match Report
Cleveland was victimized for 38 points and 11 rebounds by LeBron James as the Lakers defeated the Cavaliers 131-120 in NBA action on Monday.
Bettors who backed the Lakers were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +5.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 227.5.
Los Angeles got 20 points from D.J. Augustin and another 20 points from Russell Westbrook. LeBron James contributed 12 assists, while LeBron James cleaned the glass with 11 rebounds.
Cleveland got 29 points from Darius Garland in a losing cause and another 18 points from Lauri Markkanen. Darius Garland contributed 17 assists for the Cavaliers, while Lauri Markkanen had 9 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Los Angeles were victorious, as the score was 67-62 at the break.
The rebound battle favored Los Angeles as they grabbed 41 boards, while Cleveland only had 38
Los Angeles heads into a battle against the 76ers. Cleveland, meanwhile, will have their next action against Toronto.