Their offense couldn't miss, firing on all cylinders, and their defense was a brick wall, allowing less than 100 points in three of their last five games. The Lakers were up big by the end of the first quarter and did not look back.

The Lakers continued their momentum on the court, rolling to a 122-97 win over the Clippers at the Intuit Dome despite the emotions of a mega trade.

James says he spent two days in disbelief after his close friend was dealt to Dallas, but he is coming to grips with the idea of forming a new partnership with Doncic, who he calls “my favorite