Player Grades: Lakers vs. Knicks – A Hard-Fought Win in Overtime

The Lakers extended their win streak with a gritty, unforgettable victory over the Knicks on Thursday night. 

Despite a tough start, they battled back in the fourth quarter and managed to secure the win in overtime. Let’s break down the player performances in this memorable contest, where the Lakers showed heart and resilience.

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Dorian Finney-Smith

Stats: 40 minutes, 2 points, 5 rebounds, 1 steal, 1-5 FG, 0-3 3PT, +14

Grade: B

Finney-Smith has been struggling with his shot but still contributed significantly with his defense and intangibles. His shooting slump continues, but his effort on both ends remains valuable. A few more shots falling would elevate his performance.

LeBron James

Stats: 44 minutes, 31 points, 12 rebounds, 8 assists, 1 block, 11-23 FG, 2-8 3PT, 7-8 FT, +4

Grade: A-

LeBron was a steady force throughout the game, especially in the clutch moments. While he made some uncharacteristic passive decisions on offense, his big shots, rebounds, and defensive stops helped the Lakers secure the win.

Jaxson Hayes

Stats: 34 minutes, 8 points, 5 rebounds, 3 assists, 2 blocks, 3-5 FG, 2-2 FT, +5

Grade: B+

Hayes had a solid performance overall, contributing on both ends of the floor. However, his foul-prone play in the late stages of the game, particularly in overtime, left something to be desired. Still, his impact was crucial in the win.

Austin Reaves

Stats: 32 minutes, 8 points, 6 rebounds, 2-13 FG, 1-7 3PT, 3-4 FT, -7

Grade: D+

Reaves struggled throughout the game, hitting just one big 3-pointer in overtime. His shooting woes were apparent, and it felt like he wasn’t fully engaged. Hopefully, he can bounce back in future games.

Luka Dončić

Stats: 43 minutes, 32 points, 7 rebounds, 12 assists, 4 steals, 9-23 FG, 4-12 3PT, 10-12 FT, +16

Grade: A-

Dončić made some game-changing plays, especially his 3-pointer early in overtime that gave the Lakers a lead. His stat line speaks for itself, and although it wasn't a perfect night, he stepped up when it mattered most.

Jarred Vanderbilt

Stats: 17 minutes, 2 points, 5 rebounds, 2 steals, 1 block, 1-3 FG, 0-1 3PT, -11

Grade: C-

Vanderbilt didn’t make much of an impact in this game. He struggled to get into a rhythm and didn’t contribute enough in crucial moments. He was noticeably absent in the later stages of the game.

Dalton Knecht

Stats: 21 minutes, 11 points, 4 rebounds, 1 assist, 4-8 FG, 3-7 3PT, -1

Grade: B+

Knecht had a solid performance, showing great scoring ability despite some defensive struggles. He’s gaining confidence and looks more at ease on the court, helping the team with his shooting.

Gabe Vincent

Stats: 22 minutes, 12 points, 1 rebound, 1 assist, 4-5 FG, 4-4 3PT, +2

Grade: A+

Vincent had one of the best performances of the night, particularly in the fourth quarter and overtime. His perfect 4-4 shooting from 3-point range, including clutch shots under pressure, was critical to the Lakers' victory.

Trey Jemison III

Stats: 13 minutes, 7 points, 4 rebounds, 3-4 FG, 1-2 FT, -2

Grade: C+

Jemison struggled to adjust to the pace of the game, leading to limited minutes. Though he contributed on the scoreboard, his overall performance wasn’t consistent enough to make a significant impact.

JJ Redick

Grade: A

Redick has a great sense for lineups, and his decision-making late in the game, including his defensive pressure on Jalen Brunson, helped seal the win. 

His ability to mix and match rotations has been a key to success.

Thursday’s DNPs:

Bronny James, Alex Len, Shake Milton, Cam Reddish

Thursday’s Inactive Players:

Christian Koloko, Jordan Goodwin, Markieff Morris, Maxi Kleber, Rui Hachimura.

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