Overview
- San Antonio rolled to a 136-108 win at Crypto.com Arena, seizing control from the opening minutes.
- Victor Wembanyama delivered a season-high 40 points and 12 rebounds, scoring 25 in the first quarter and 37 by halftime in just 26 minutes.
- Los Angeles held out LeBron James (left foot arthritis), Luka Dončić (left hamstring strain), Austin Reaves (left calf management) and Marcus Smart (right ankle soreness), with Deandre Ayton ruled out shortly before tip.
- James’ absence was his 18th of the season, making him ineligible for postseason awards under the 65-game rule and ending his 21-season run of All-NBA selections.
- Rookie Adou Thiero returned from a right MCL sprain for late minutes as the Lakers look to regroup for Thursday’s game against Dallas and the upcoming All-Star break.