The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the New York Knicks 110-97 at Crypto.com Arena, avenging a previous loss. Jaxson Hayes emphasized the team’s playoff mentality with a strong defensive effort, while Marcus Smart led with a game-high plus-27 in 29 minutes. Deandre Ayton, returning from injury, contributed with six points and eight rebounds, setting a positive tone early on. LeBron James missed the game due to an elbow contusion, as the Lakers improved to fifth in the Western Conference.
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