Lakers Two-Game Losing Streak Over

Thanks to Kobe Bryant’s 31 points on 12-for-23 shooting, the Lakers ended their losing streak at two, with a 99-89 win over the Memphis Grizzlies last night at Staples Center. The Grizzlies came into the game with the leageu’s worst record on the road (3-23) but some fans were worried after the Lakers loss Sunday at Phoenix. The Lakers (49-12) moved a full game ahead of Cleveland (47-12) and two games ahead of Boston (47-14) for the league’s best record, and although it wasn’t their best performance they aren’t complaining.As Lakers forward Lamar Odom said, “After two losses, a win’s a win.”

The first two quarters were slow for the Lakers, but they led 52-47 at halftime and things got a little more exciting with DJ Mbenga’s strong defensive showing in the fourth quarter, blocking two shots and making two mid-range jumpers. Off the court things heated up in the fourth quarter as well, when the “kiss-cam” showed Adam Sandler kissing Jack Nickolson on the cheek. Lakers coach Phil Jackson told the L.A. Times, “There were spots tonight where I thought we played well … I still thought our offense was a little bit rusty here and there.” The Lakers now have two days off between games before playing Minnesota at Staples Center Friday.

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