In the Lakers' 116-106 victory over the Sixers, LeBron James led with an A for his scoring and leadership. Anthony Davis earned an A- for strong defense. Solid team contributions secured the win.

 

The Lakers' 116-106 win over the Sixers came at a crucial moment after a rough road trip and the benching of D’Angelo Russell. With the potential for further struggles, the Lakers responded with a strong performance, starting aggressively and quelling any Sixers comeback with a decisive third quarter.

Anthony Davis shone brightly, showcasing why his MVP candidacy is justified. His 31 points, 9 rebounds, and 4 blocks set the tone as he dominated an undersized Sixers team. AD’s assertiveness reinforced his leadership role. Grade: A

LeBron James put up a “ho-hum” triple-double with 21 points, 12 rebounds, and 13 assists. Although he started slowly, LeBron’s second-half surge steadied the team, particularly with his defense and playmaking. Grade: A-

Rui Hachimura contributed 9 points and 4 rebounds in 33 minutes, highlighted by three made 3-pointers. His grit in the paint against tougher matchups, even while not fully back to peak health, was commendable. Grade: B-

Cam Reddish had a quiet yet impactful game with 3 points and 5 rebounds, contributing defensively and showing some versatility. While the team struggled with him on the floor, his rebounding and effort were notable. Grade: B

Austin Reaves found his shooting rhythm after a tough stretch, scoring 20 points on 7-13 shooting, including 6-10 from three. His playmaking (7 assists) and rebounding (6) were solid, signaling a return to form. Grade: A

Jaxson Hayes posted an unusual stat line with more blocks (4) than rebounds (2), showing his shot-blocking prowess. He added 8 points and maintained the Lakers’ defensive energy in two-big lineups. Grade: B

D’Angelo Russell, responding to his benching, was efficient and aggressive with 18 points and key drives to the basket. This performance highlighted his resilience, though sustainability is a question. Grade: A

Gabe Vincent had another underwhelming outing, scoring just 2 points. His current role limits his impact, sparking conversations about rotation changes. Grade: D

Dalton Knecht struggled shooting (1-8 FG), but his positioning and energy showed promise. Confidence in his shot-making remains. Grade: C+

JJ Redick earned praise for strategic decisions, including Russell’s benching and maximizing AD’s play, helping the team stay on course. Grade: A-