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The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Memphis Grizzlies 117–112 on October 31 at FedExForum, with Luka Dončić's dominant 44-point performance leading the way alongside Austin Reaves's 21 points. The Lakers shot 51.3 percent from the field and made 13 three-pointers, controlling the third quarter with 34 points to pull away decisively. Memphis, led by J. Landale and J. Wells with 16 points each, managed only 22 points in that same third quarter and never recovered despite a 42-point second quarter that kept them competitive. The Grizzlies shot just 44.1 percent and committed 11 turnovers while the Lakers turned the ball over 13 times, though Los Angeles's defensive rating of 112.7 proved the difference in a game that saw the visitors outscore Memphis 62–48 in the final two quarters. The win underscores the Lakers' offensive firepower and third-quarter execution as they continue their early-season push.
