Dallas, TX— Quinten Grimes delivered a standout performance with 26 points, nine rebounds, and six assists as the Dallas Mavericks ended their five-game losing streak with a dominant 118-97 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday night.
Grimes tied his career high by sinking six 3-pointers, shooting an impressive 6-for-11 from beyond the arc. P.J. Washington added 22 points on 9-for-14 shooting and grabbed eight rebounds, helping Dallas shoot 52% (18-of-38) from 3-point range.
The Mavericks managed the victory despite being shorthanded. Luka Doncic, sidelined since December 25 with a left calf strain, and Kyrie Irving, missing his second straight game due to a bulging disk in his back, were both unavailable.
For the Lakers, Anthony Davis recorded 21 points and 12 rebounds, while LeBron James contributed 18 points, 10 rebounds, and eight assists. However, Los Angeles suffered its second consecutive defeat and has now lost three of its last five games.
Game Highlights and Takeaways
Lakers Struggles:
Los Angeles struggled from long range, hitting just 11-of-35 (31%) from 3-point territory. They shot 45% overall but were outrebounded 44-33 and trailed by as much as 21 points.
Mavericks Bounce Back:
The victory helped Dallas avoid what would have been their first six-game losing streak since January 2021.
Turning Point:
Dallas ended the first half on an 11-0 run to gain a five-point lead. The momentum carried into the third quarter, where the Mavericks extended their lead to 16 points with three minutes left in the period.
Stat of the Night:
The Mavericks’ bench outscored the Lakers’ reserves 50-25, with Grimes and Jaden Hardy combining for 38 points.
What’s Next:
- The Lakers begin a five-game homestand against the Charlotte Hornets on Thursday.
- The Mavericks stay in Dallas to host the Portland Trail Blazers on Thursday.
