TheLos Angeles Lakersflying high at the moment after an enthralling win last time out at home. With LeBron James playing at an MVP level for the Lakers, there is no stopping the King at the moment. The Memphis Grizzlies travel back home for Game 5 after going down 1-3 in the series. Nonetheless, the Lakers are a team that needs some stopping, as they continue to pile up the pressure over their opponents.
The Grizzlies are shocked by the performance put up by the Lakers after their win in Game 2. Poking the bear is one thing, but poking LeBron James is quite another.After the comments made by Dillon Brooksafter Game 2, the Lakers are looking unstoppable. King James had the perfect response to Brooks after having a22-point gameand complementing it with 20 rebounds and 7 assists.
LeBron James is probable for the Los Angeles Lakers vs Memphis Grizzlies game
King Jamesis oozing class at the moment, letting his game do the talking against the Grizzlies. With another win, the Lakers will kick the Grizzlies out of the playoffs. However, they cannot be ruled out just yet as they play at home. Nonetheless, the King is listed as probable for the game tonight. However, with such a crucial game, LeBron will step up to the challenge and do everything to put the series to bed.
Anthony Davis aggravated his right hip injury last night and will get round the clock treatment , per Darvin Ham, but it s not reflected on the Lakers injury report for Game 5 vs. the Grizzlies. AD said postgame that he ll be fine. pic.twitter.com/4UcJkh5fr9
Michael Corvo (@michaelcorvoNBA) April 25, 2023
TheGrizzlieshave been unable to cope with what the Lakers are throwing at them. With the Lakers forcing OT in the last game, their defense was picked apart by LeBron and company. Ja Morant and Dillon Brooks could only do so much to see out the Lakers and are feeling the loss of Steven Adams in defense. Let s take a look at the complete injury report and expected roster of both teams.
Los Angeles Lakers injury report
- LeBron James (Probable)
- Anthony Davis (Probable)
- Dennis Schroder (Probable)
Los Angeles Lakers expected roster
- LeBron James (Probable)
- Jarred Vanderbilt
- Anthony Davis (Probable)
- Austin Reaves
- D Angelo Russell
Memphis Grizzlies injury report
- Jake LaRavia (Out)
- Steven Adams (Out)
- Brandon Clarke (Out)
Memphis Grizzlies expected roster
- Ja Morant
- Dillon Brooks
- Xavier Tillman
- Jaren Jackson Jr.
- Desmond Bane
The Memphis Grizzlies will be favored to win against the Los Angeles Lakers
It may be a difficult task for the Lakers to beat a desperate Grizzlies side at home, who face elimination if they lose tonight. The Lakers are just 1 win away from sending the Grizzlies out of the playoffs. Desmond Bane who is averaging 23.3 points per game put up a 36-point performance to keep the Grizzlies in the game. However, the Lakers won the game after forcing OT, 117-111.
Despite the win against the Grizzlies, and all the energy being built up by the Lakers, they will have to work hard if they wish to finish off the series tonight. Ja Morant knows that the season is on the line and will be giving his best to keep his team in the tie. With all the energy and momentum the Lakers carry, we expect the Grizzlies to win against them and keep their season alive. Let us know who you think will win tonight s matchup.
