With a 13-point lead through three quarters, the Lakers started the final period with a flourish, scoring 21 points over the opening 3 1/2 minutes. The Lakers pushed their advantage to 51-41 in the first half, holding the Spurs to 36.2 percent shooting, while also holding a 30-17 rebounding advantage. JaVale McGee scored 14 points, while Dwight Howard had 12 points and 11 rebounds for Los Angeles. Dejounte Murray scored 12 points, while Lonnie Walker IV and Marco Belinelli had 11 each for the Spurs. LaMarcus Aldridge was held to seven points on 3 of 10 shooting after entering with 19.0 points per game.

Source: National Post February 05, 2020 05:26 UTC