LeBron James scores 18 in 1st half, Lakers tune up for playoffs with 131-107 win over Jazz
By Dan Greenspan
Published on April 13, 2026.
The Los Angeles Lakers beat the Utah Jazz 131-107, with LeBron James scoring 18 points in the first half and six assists and four rebounds. The Lakers ended the regular season on a three-game winning streak and will face Houston in the next round of the playoffs. Despite the loss, Lakers head coach JJ Redick emphasized the importance of building chemistry with Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, who are expected to be out for the start of the postseason due to injuries they are likely to sustain. Redick also emphasized the need for a win and a Denver loss to San Antonio to secure the third seed.
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