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00:12Welcome, sports fans. Thanks for joining us. It's the NBA on 2K Sports. I'm Kevin Harlan
00:20alongside Greg Anthony and coach Stan Van Gundy. And joining us from the sidelines is
00:26David Aldridge. A look at the San Antonio Spurs opening line. Up in the frontcourt, it'll be
00:32Vassell and Barnes. Basil is out there at Fox. And it's Rembenyama in at the pivot, manning
00:38the middle. And for Los Angeles, in at forward form, it's James and Hachimura. Conchich out
00:45there with Austin Reed. And it's Hayes in at the frontcourt. All the talk, Greg, leading
00:51up to this one, has been about the impact of the backcourt. And that's where it all
00:55starts. When you have a confident and competent backcourt, it just opens up a lot of things
01:01for you offensively. Now, here's Fox.
01:14Clans soft on the front of the rim and drops. Nice work inside from the smaller Fox. So
01:20cunning and crafty around the rim. Outside, James. Over in the corner, Donchich. Offline with
01:32his three. San Antonio with the ball. And now, we've got some time to check in from
01:37the sideline. You got for us, DA. Hey, Kevin. Briefly spoke with J.J. Redick. Now, I asked
01:43him the approach they're going to take with the Aaron Fox. And Coach said that Fox's speed
01:48is the big challenge. He said, we're dealing with maybe the fastest player in the league.
01:52So we've got to be high energy at the defensive end. They know they have their work cut out for
01:57them. Kevin? Thank you, David.
01:59And the great shooters know when they've got enough opening to go for the three. I didn't
02:05think it was a bad choice on that possession.
02:08Now, here's Vassell.
02:12Rem Benyama. High screen on James. Vassell, no good.
02:17You almost have to assume he's going to knock those down when he is that open.
02:22And once again, Coach, the storied San Antonio franchise is on the upswing.
02:28It sure is, Kevin. Look, they've got a Hall of Fame coach and a potential Hall of Fame centerpiece
02:35to build a team around. They've got great talent evaluators in the front office. You can't ask
02:41for a better recipe for success.
02:44Dodgers finds Hachimura.
02:46And proving to be effective around the rim. Hachimura leaving no doubt about that one.
02:53The first quarter of action, two minutes in.
02:57Outside, Fox.
03:00On the wing, Barnes.
03:05Fires the three.
03:06Good for the basket.
03:07Starting off one for one with that shot.
03:10And that pick takes the D totally out of the equation.
03:14Yeah, you've got to lock and trail hard.
03:17You can't allow him a clean look for that.
03:20Here's Reeves.
03:25Bondshoots outside.
03:28Shoots over Fox.
03:30Here's LeBron.
03:32Scored the basket.
03:33His second of two attempts.
03:34And over his incredible career, LeBron's added a lot of upper body strength.
03:40Really helping him on the offensive line.
03:43And timeout is called by Greg Popovich.
03:46He wants a minute here to get things straightened out with his team.
04:02Get ready, everyone.
04:03You see yourself on the screen.
04:06And you show us your best moves.
04:09Let's go.
04:17You are dancing to the street.
04:27Oh, sick down.
04:33You are dancing to the street.
04:37Let's go.
04:39Let's go.
04:40Let's go.
04:41Let's go.
05:17Dorian finished.
05:18Let's check in for Hachimura.
05:19Here's to you.
05:22Now we do the line.
05:23You're a winner.
05:25Number 17, Dorian Finney-Smith.
05:41And San Antonio has possession.
05:45Barnes passes to Wembenyama.
05:48Back to Barnes.
05:49And the foul on Dorian Finney-Smith.
05:52That's his first foul.
05:53I mean, that's a tough break for the D.
05:56I mean, he took the hit and drew the whistle.
06:05And in this first quarter, about three minutes played.
06:08Wembenyama sets a screen for Fox.
06:11A three-pointer no good.
06:13The Lakers trail.
06:18Here's Reeves.
06:21A miss that time would have put him up.
06:23Oh, this is exactly the kind of opportunity you don't want to waste.
06:34And it's Finney-Smith with the rebound.
06:39And it's Finney-Smith with the rebound.
06:57He's going to take the pace of the game.
06:58Donchich, as much as anyone.
07:01And here's Fox.
07:02He'll bring it up for the Spurs.
07:04Trailing by two.
07:05Greg, you think about oversized point guards.
07:08And the gold standard has always been Magic Johnson.
07:11Now you look at Luka Donchich.
07:12And he's certainly big for that position.
07:15Definitely some positive similarities, right?
07:18But the big difference is one of those guys has five rings.
07:22And that's not a knock on Donchich.
07:24This is a team sport.
07:26But Magic's ability to affect winning was right there with another MJ.
07:30Michael Jordan.
07:32Now Barnes.
07:33After LeBron's three-pointer that didn't go.
07:37Time now to turn to our sideline reporter, David Aldridge.
07:41David.
07:41Kevin, thank you very much.
07:43LeBron James is still dominating at an age where most players are well into their retirement.
07:49How does he do it?
07:51He said show up, put the work in, and then go out and trust it.
07:55I'm just trying to push the limit.
07:57See how far I can take this team.
07:59It's me versus Father Time.
08:01Kevin, back to you.
08:03And David, that's one you're always going to win against Father Time.
08:06Hey, thank you for the report.
08:12That one is off.
08:13You know, it's inevitable that a player's physical abilities diminish over the course of a career.
08:18But the thing that stands out to me about LeBron James is that he never lost his insatiable drive to
08:26win.
08:26Guys, if anything, he's gotten stronger.
08:29Vanderbilt's checked in for the Lakers.
08:31Gabe Vinson comes in for Donchich.
08:34He doesn't get the second one.
08:36And you can never really count out these Los Angeles Lakers.
08:39Greg, can you?
08:40No, I really don't think you can.
08:43They battle out of the play-in tournament.
08:45They overcome obstacles.
08:46And they have tremendous willpower.
08:49And Benyama passes to Sohan.
08:51Shot clock at six.
08:53Here's Johnson.
08:55Back to Sohan.
08:56Over Vanderbilt.
08:58And it's Sohan missing.
09:04LeBron against Johnson.
09:05And it's good.
09:07Two points.
09:08James has got six.
09:09A monster down low.
09:12LeBron James.
09:13The rare package of skill, size, and athleticism.
09:17Paul passes to Johnson.
09:22Pass to Wembenyama.
09:32The Spurs need to get a shot off here.
09:35Once again, off the mark by San Antonio.
09:40Here's James.
09:42Plays it up and picks it in.
09:44And it's eight points for LeBron.
09:46And the total package, James, is so much fun to watch.
09:50One second separate in the shot clock in game.
09:57Paul looking over the floor.
10:04Over Vincent.
10:06Once again, off the mark by San Antonio.
10:11Unable to get that one.
10:12So at the end of one quarter of play.
10:14Still a close game.
10:16Lakers on top.
10:17They're up by three.
10:19And we'll get the second quarter underway on the other side of the spring.
10:43And this has been a fairly close game through the first quarter.
10:45And we'll see what happens here in the second.
10:47And what stands out to you from the Lakers in this one?
10:50Well, they used the fast break to generate some easy buckets before the defense could get set.
10:57Yeah, they dictated the pace to this point.
11:00Looking to run at every opportunity.
11:08Los Angeles leading by three on the court for San Antonio here on the second.
11:14We've got De'Aaron Fox.
11:16Johnson is out there with Jeremy Sohan.
11:18Then it's Chris Ball.
11:20And it's Champagny in at the three spot.
11:23And here's Reeves outside.
11:25It's good for a second make.
11:27He's made two or three so far.
11:28I tell you what, it's almost like stealing to watch how he plays the game from this scene.
11:37Reeves against Fox.
11:40Pass to Johnson.
11:43Vanderbilt with the rebound.
11:46The Lakers shooting well.
11:4750% from the floor.
11:50Inside.
11:54Up top, Finney Smith.
11:56Defended by Sohan.
12:00Vanderbilt a screen on Fox.
12:02Vanderbilt with it.
12:03Covered by Johnson.
12:05Kept alive.
12:06Back to Reeves.
12:10Here's Vanderbilt.
12:11And at last, they get one to fall.
12:16Vanderbilt's got the lead up to eight now for the Lakers.
12:19And so Fox will bring it up for the Spurs.
12:24Over Reeves.
12:26Hits some rim on the way in.
12:28And the bucket's good.
12:29Fox has got seven points in the game.
12:32And a big part of perimeter defense, Greg, avoiding screens.
12:36What are some of the tricks of the trade in that regard?
12:38Well, sometimes you have to get skinny.
12:41I mean, other times it's losing your strength.
12:44A lot goes into it.
12:46But also, you know, getting the cadence for the screener.
12:49It's one of the more challenging aspects of NBA defense.
12:53So it's the Spurs now.
12:55After Los Angeles picked up three with their left shot.
12:57Fox finds Sohan.
13:03Paul outside.
13:04Hits the three-point line.
13:07Paul's got himself going with the triple.
13:09His first basket of the game.
13:11Lakers leading by six.
13:15Passed to Vanderbilt.
13:21And soon with it.
13:24It's good.
13:24He scores.
13:25That's his first basket.
13:26After missing his first two attempts.
13:28Now one for three.
13:29And they've done well at taking advantage of some late defensive rotations.
13:34And getting the ball in the bank.
13:36Now, here's Fox.
13:38Seven points in the game.
13:40Jackson can't hit.
13:42The all-time leader in NBA wins, of course, the great Spurs coach, Greg Popovich.
13:48So, here is a guy who's a peer.
13:51What makes him so special, Stan?
13:54Well, first of all, Greg Popovich is not a peer of mine, Kevin.
13:58I would never be that presumptuous.
14:00Because this guy is an absolute icon in the coaching world.
14:05I think what, from the outside, I think what makes him so special is he's never looked at himself that
14:12way.
14:12He's never rested on his laurels.
14:15He's a guy that's always evolving and trying to get better.
14:19I love that assessment.
14:21But I do think he is a peer.
14:22Not in any way.
14:26And Kinnett gets it to go.
14:28Kinnett, so instinctive at finding open space there and taking advantage.
14:33Spurs trail by 10.
14:38Closing in on four minutes played here in the second quarter.
14:45Johnson against Vanderbilt.
14:47Champagny passes to Paul.
14:50There's the screen.
14:51Fires for three.
14:53Vanderbilt with the rebound.
14:55Vanderbilt's got six rebounds in the game.
15:02Vinny Smith passes to Vincent.
15:08Reeves outside for three.
15:12The rebound by Champagny.
15:14And he didn't punish them for the weak coverage there.
15:17But they can't count on him to continue missing.
15:22Here's Fox.
15:24That's in and that's his fourth basket of the night.
15:26He's taken seven shots.
15:27A solid 57%.
15:29Terrific ball movement leading to the basket.
15:32You love to see it.
15:34And JJ Redick is called timeout.
15:37Wants to talk some things over.
15:38Might be seeing some things to adjust.
15:50You know what time it is.
15:53You know what time it is.
15:54Jesus Christ.
16:08And yet, you know what time it is.
16:09This is Scott assimil's shots.
16:09In the next couple, I'm supposed to be here.
16:09To play someone in the good business.
16:10We play something
16:14Hope you can play some nip.
16:14Whatever.
16:14You know what time it is.
16:14healthy recovery.
16:15You know what time.
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16:24People activation from the asthma.
16:24So what time it is.
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17:29James kicks to Doncic.
17:33Rembenyama with the rebound.
17:35Spurs trail by eight.
17:40Vassell with it.
17:42Scoreless thus far.
17:4420 feet out.
17:45Good as the jump shot falls.
17:481-15 left in the second quarter.
17:51And so Doncic will bring it up for the Los Angeles Lakers.
17:55They've led by as much as 10.
17:58Vanderbilt finds James.
18:00From outside, off the mark.
18:03San Antonio's gone.
18:051-2 on three-pointers here in the second quarter so far.
18:08And he gets the whistle.
18:10Two free throws coming up.
18:12And look at how the offensive approach has been going here so far for the Lakers.
18:16Well, they're playing with great pace, pushing the ball up the floor and attacking before the defense can get set.
18:24Man, guys, another thing I love is their pursuit of the ball.
18:27I mean, creating second-chance opportunities just with effort.
18:40He misses the free throw.
18:41And the Lakers with some changes.
18:43Hazes checked in for Vanderbilt.
18:45And it's Austin Reeves in for Goodwin.
18:48And San Antonio with the change here, too.
18:51Jeremy Sohan's checked in for Chris Paul.
19:07He hits the second from the line.
19:10Here's Donjic.
19:11Still yet to score.
19:14Pass to James.
19:16Reeves in the corner.
19:20Now here is Hecci Mern.
19:23Off target from three-point range.
19:25They have a chance to go two-for-one here.
19:28Let's see how they play the clock.
19:32Vassell out time.
19:37Three-pointer.
19:39Offensive rebound Spurs.
19:44Rembenyama.
19:45A screen on LeBron.
19:46Krill's the three-pointer.
19:48Barnes has got seven.
19:5219 seconds left in the first half of basketball.
19:58James looking it over.
20:00Out to Donjic.
20:02And out of bounds as the Spurs gain possession.
20:06And that's just carelessness there.
20:08I mean, you have got to have your head in the game.
20:11Chris Paul.
20:22Here's Castle.
20:24Pass to Paul.
20:27To the paint.
20:28Here's Wimbenyama.
20:30No good.
20:31That would have tied it.
20:32And that's it for the first half of action.
20:34What's been a very close game here.
20:36Lakers lead by two.
20:39It's time now to go courtside as we send you over to David Aldridge from the sideline.
20:43David, take it away.
20:45Thank you, Kevin.
20:46Here with Greg Popovich.
20:48Pop, what do you think was the main issue during the first half?
20:53We didn't make shots.
20:56Thank you for that insightful analysis, Coach.
20:59Back to you, Kevin.
21:01Okay, David.
21:02Much appreciated.
21:03And now time for halftime.
21:04So we'll be back in just a bit to get the third quarter underway.
21:07Please direct your attention to the center court.
21:10And is ready for the fan at court.
21:14Shot.
21:15Come roll.
21:18They're thinking about the shot.
21:31Give it up for the participants.
22:28And we've got second half action for you.
22:30Thus far, a pretty evenly contested game.
22:33Without question, De'Aaron Fox displaying his skills today.
22:37Yeah, it's been a great performance from him.
22:40Really staying focused on quality shots.
22:43Yeah, he's found his spot.
22:45Been patient with his shot selection.
22:47And it's paid off for himself and the team.
22:56This league stand is so deep with talent.
23:00Are there any players who you think get overlooked in the conversation?
23:05That's a great question, Kevin.
23:06I mean, there are some guys who I think get underrated because they play with other guys
23:14who are so talented and draw the attention.
23:16One guy that I have really seen lately that I think has been better than people think is Grayson Allen.
23:24The best three-point shooter or one of the best three-point shooters in the NBA and a very underrated
23:31defender.
23:31And he's evolving, isn't he?
23:33It looks like he's working on other parts of his game, but he's always been able to shoot, which has
23:38been his calling card.
23:39And he's a much more athletic guy than people give him credit for.
23:44Outside, the wings are Reeves and James.
23:47Jackson Hayes is out there with Hachimura.
23:50And it's Doncic in at the one spot.
23:52That's the Laker 5.
24:04And Reeves drops them both.
24:06Yeah, great effort tonight, and he's been rewarded with trips to life.
24:12And while we've got a moment, let's send it over to our terrific reporter, David Aldridge.
24:17David?
24:17Hey, Kevin.
24:18We all know the Lakers have to pound the ball inside.
24:21LeBron James says, we have attackers.
24:24That's who we are.
24:26That's what we do.
24:27We're not shooting 40 to 50 threes a game.
24:29We don't have the luxury of being that team.
24:32Working it into the paint, that's what we're really good at.
24:35Kevin, they play to their strengths.
24:38They got a lot of strengths.
24:40Gotta do it.
24:41Thanks, D.A.
24:42Here's Reeves.
24:43After the basket by San Antonio.
24:46And Aaron Fox gets the whistle that time.
24:49That's his first foul.
24:51Second team.
24:56Rodgers outside.
25:02Six on the shot clock.
25:08Elbow shot is on the way.
25:10Nice spin off the left rim and in.
25:13Nice touch on Luka's mid-range there.
25:15The product of a lot of practice time and natural talent.
25:22Fox passes to Wembenyama.
25:28Wembenyama sets a screen for Barnes.
25:30He gets it in there.
25:32Barnes has got nine points.
25:35And we're about a minute and a half here.
25:37Into the second half.
25:40Donchich kicks to Hayes.
25:43Pass to Reeves.
25:46Wrong team.
25:47James.
25:48James cooking from deep.
25:49And you know James isn't thinking twice about that shot.
25:54Knows he has the green light.
25:57And timeout is called by Greg Popovich.
26:00He's made the decision.
26:01He wants to huddle up with his guys.
26:04We're going together.
26:06We're going together.
26:15We're going together.
26:48We're going together.
27:20We're going together.
27:22We're going together.
27:24We're going together.
27:26We're going together.
27:28We're going together.
27:29We're going together.
27:29We're going together.
27:29We're going together.
27:29We're going together.
27:29We're going together.
27:30We're going together.
27:30We're going together.
27:30We're going together.
27:30We're going together.
27:31We're going together.
27:50Fox against Donchick, locked loose and stolen by James.
27:58And contact on the shot, so he'll be shooting free throws here.
28:03It's going to go on De'Aaron Fox.
28:04And so confident, even amongst the trees, Donchick is fantastic at forcing the issue close to the rim.
28:13Los Angeles shooting their fifth and sixth free throws of the game.
28:16And just to mention, a season ago, they were very comfortable at the line, hitting about 78% of their
28:22free throws.
28:33That free throw good from Donchick.
28:36Stan, I've always admired you come from a coaching family.
28:39Was there a point growing up you knew you wanted to be a coach?
28:42Yeah, look, I loved being around the game.
28:46And so two things happened that drove me into coaching.
28:50Number one, I loved baseball and I couldn't hit one.
28:52So that was out.
28:55And I wasn't a good enough basketball player to go on that way.
28:58So if I wanted to stay involved in the game, that's when I knew I wanted to be a coach.
29:03But your dad had a little bit of that in his background.
29:05I say in a little kind of tongue-in-cheek, right?
29:07He was a dad that led the way in your interest there.
29:10Yeah, my dad coached for over 40 years.
29:12And I think he had a great passion for it and always used to tell us that he never actually
29:18felt like he worked a day in his life.
29:20He loved it so much.
29:22Following in his footsteps.
29:23Terrific score.
29:24Lakers leading by seven.
29:29Reeves left side.
29:31A three ball.
29:33And again, the Lakers no good.
29:36The Spurs have gone two of three from the field to start the second half.
29:43Here's Castle.
29:46To the middle.
29:50And a wide-open look for Wendanyama.
29:53No good on the triple.
29:55And so Doncic will bring it up for L.A.
29:59They've led by as much as ten.
30:00And it's James missing.
30:02Spurs trail by seven.
30:04Some tough offensive sets.
30:06They want to turn it around.
30:07Yeah, right now you just need a bucket to get some momentum.
30:10L.A. has gone one of two from beyond the arc since coming out of the break.
30:17Fox against Doncic.
30:19Green by James.
30:22And Doncic with the triple.
30:25And guys, the intelligence is evident.
30:27When the pick comes, Doncic often makes the right read.
30:35Doncic against Fox.
30:40Shot to stop the run.
30:43It's hold in by Doncic.
30:45Well, that's a shot the defense felt like they could live with.
30:48And it worked out for them that time.
30:50And for De'Aaron Fox, his three-point shooting break has come a long way.
30:54And in his rookie season, he only shot 30% on two attempts per game.
31:00But his volume and efficiency have both gone way up.
31:05And it's made him much more dangerous offensively.
31:10And the rejection by Rembenyama.
31:16Cast to the south.
31:251.39 left in the third quarter.
31:28Down to five on the shot clock.
31:33Fox inside the line.
31:35Again, the miss by the Spurs.
31:37The Lakers on offense.
31:39They're on a 12-4 run right now.
31:42Pass to LeBron.
31:43And here is Hachimura.
31:49Doncic feeling it out.
31:54And the rejection by Rembenyama.
31:59Here's the sell.
32:04Rembenyama down low.
32:06He's against Hachimura.
32:08Rembenyama a screen.
32:10And the three-ball is good.
32:13And the castle's got it back down to within single digits for the Spurs.
32:17The Lakers have gone three of eight so far in the third quarter.
32:20Looking to lock in that rhythm.
32:25Fox against James.
32:29Shoots over Fox.
32:31And the rejection by Rembenyama.
32:44And there hasn't been anything easy for him in this period.
32:51Well, the offense has to look for ways to get him easier shots.
32:55Better selection.
32:57You have to be set up for success.
33:04Looking to end his cold spell.
33:06Can't get the layup.
33:07Nice work defensively.
33:09To contest that shot right at the rim.
33:12Nothing easy.
33:14And so it's Los Angeles.
33:15Bringing the quarter to a close with a seven-point lead.
33:19Looking good at this point, but wanting more.
33:21Back to the action in just a minute.
33:35And a quick look now at the State Farm assist of the game.
33:39And how about the big fella here showing us.
33:42He's got some point guard skill here with the tremendous setup.
33:45Yeah, well, this is the diversification of positions in this league.
33:50Everyone does everything now.
33:56Come on, everyone.
33:57Fourth quarter of action is upon us.
33:59Thanks, as always, for joining us.
34:01On the floor for San Antonio.
34:03Starting the fourth quarter.
34:05The forwards for him.
34:06Johnson and Soham.
34:07Fox is out there with Chris Paul.
34:09And it's Mamou Kalashvili in at the center.
34:12Locking down the middle.
34:13Los Angeles leading by seven.
34:17LeBron passes to Hachimura.
34:19It's tipped.
34:23Paul outside.
34:25Teardrop shot.
34:27And that's two points on the layup.
34:29What a silky floater from Paul.
34:31Making a great decision there to beat the defense.
34:37To the left wing.
34:42Hachimura down low.
34:44Defended by Soham.
34:46Back to Milton.
34:49LeBron sets the screen for Milton.
34:52A three-pointer off the mark.
34:54Well, you can tell.
34:55He thinks he should have had that one.
34:57Even harder on him when he's got a good look like that and it doesn't go down.
35:05Now, Soham.
35:08Johnson outside.
35:14Let's go.
35:15And another basket for San Antonio.
35:18And that's right in his wheelhouse.
35:20Looking to make an impact when it counts.
35:23Well, you know this is when they lean on him.
35:26And he delivers with a much-needed score.
35:28Here's Kinect.
35:33Lakers passing it around.
35:36Fades and shoots.
35:37A rebound by the Spurs.
35:42Here's Fox.
35:43And it's Fox with the jam.
35:45And Fox has got great leaping ability.
35:47And he likes to get up off the ground there for the flush.
35:53Milton the pass to LeBron.
35:55Milton the screen on Johnson.
35:58Beyond the arc.
36:00Offensive rebound.
36:03And that one's good.
36:05Hashimura.
36:06And his coaches and teammates love that.
36:09They want Haji Moore getting after it more on that offensive glass.
36:13And timeout is called by Craig Popovich.
36:17Wants to make sure everybody's coordinated and intent.
36:20Haji Moore getting after it more on that offensive glass.
37:52During that break, Greg Popovich really had some strong advice for his team.
37:57They said, let's lock in, keep our focus.
37:59We need everyone down the stretch.
38:01Now his players looked engaged, so I think the message got across.
38:05Back to you guys.
38:05All right, David, thanks.
38:08And so Doncic will bring it up for the Los Angeles Lakers.
38:11Here he goes.
38:12And it's Goodwin missing.
38:14You challenge a player on a layup.
38:16That's what you want.
38:18Getting a stop without a foul.
38:20The defense wins that battle.
38:23Here's Zohan.
38:24Looks for Paul.
38:25Hits it to him.
38:26And he makes that one.
38:27And how about CP finding space around the rim?
38:32The Lakers in the lead.
38:34That's a good one.
38:39Doncic against Paul.
38:41Oh, an easy two from Doncic.
38:43You don't want to allow too many of those short ones with the game right now in the balance.
38:54Doncic against Paul.
38:59Johnson left side.
39:00Over in the corner.
39:01Paul.
39:02Outside.
39:03Fox.
39:06Over Reed.
39:08Rebound the Lakers.
39:17Back to Doncic.
39:21That three off the mark.
39:22And you could tell he thought that triple was going to fall.
39:26Fox.
39:28Reeves with the rebound.
39:30Lakers leading by three.
39:34Back to Hayes.
39:38Now, here's Goodwin.
39:40Not a lot of room.
39:41And that one's good.
39:42Hachimura.
39:43Just solid with the jump shot.
39:45Hachimura helps your offense in a number of ways.
39:48In that case, he's facing the floor.
39:50You guys are looking for a spark here.
39:53Yeah.
39:53A cold stretch offensively.
39:55For sure.
39:56And timeout is called by Greg Popovich.
39:59He has a chance for them to regroup and refocus.
40:06The time for dance camp.
40:09If you see yourself in this dream, you know what to do.
40:13Show us your moves.
40:22Look at that move.
40:31The next exit.
40:39The next exit.
40:42Bring those moves.
40:45Woo!
40:47Woo!
40:49Go!
40:50Go!
40:51Go!
40:51Go!
40:52Go!
41:02Let's go.
41:23The Spurs also changing it up.
41:26Victor Wembenyama is checked in for Jeremy Sohan.
41:29Harrison Barnes comes in for Keldon Johnson.
41:32And it's Vassell in for Chris Paul.
41:50Here's Fox.
41:51And that one.
41:53Good.
41:53Fox has got four points in the quarter.
41:56And he gives up pounds to a lot of guys defending him.
41:59But that has never kept Fox from being in attack mode.
42:06Reeves outside.
42:08Pass to James.
42:11Now here's Donchick.
42:13Lock at six.
42:14Oh, good with the triple.
42:22Back to Vassell.
42:26Now Fox.
42:32Donchick with the block.
42:34The anticipation is there for Luka on defense.
42:39Oh, LeBron's just too strong inside.
42:44Oh, LeBron's just too strong inside.
42:44Was there ever any doubt?
42:45Then we're going to go to LeBron James is clutch.
42:53Up top Fox.
42:54And it's Fox with the jam.
42:58Big hops from the backcourt.
43:00Oh, absolutely.
43:01And maybe just what they need to get this game, GA going in their direction.
43:06Yeah, what a huge dunk.
43:09Making a statement right there.
43:15It falls.
43:16And he has brought them to within two points.
43:19That is world class.
43:21Yeah, and I can say from experience, his coach just breathed a huge sigh of relief.
43:28Now here's James.
43:29Wow, the athleticism of LeBron James.
43:32And when you need a big score, you want LeBron to get the ball.
43:37And that's why.
43:41Three-pointer, Fox.
43:44Another miss by Fox.
43:46And they go to the intentional foul.
43:49That's his second person on the line.
43:51First team foul.
43:57And so they foul intentionally.
44:00Yeah, you can't let them hold the ball and just milk those five seconds away.
44:05Second team foul.
44:08At the line for Los Angeles, Luka Dodgers taking two shots.
44:33First free throw is good, and that puts them up by five.
44:48Second one is good.
44:50Getting both at the line, and it's a six-point ball game.
44:52No mistakes there.
44:53Good free throws to give them just a little bit more cushion.
44:57San Antonio calls timeout.
44:59They're down by six.
45:02And let's get your take, guys.
45:04What's the strategy?
45:05They need a quick basket here.
45:07Yeah, and if they can get a decent look from three, that's the shot to take.
45:12Not a lot of time to work with.
45:25Who wants a T-shirt?
45:26I can't hear you.
45:48Who wants a T-shirt?
45:50Yeah, and if they can get a decent look from three, that's the shot.
46:11It's T-shirt time, everybody.
46:13Who wants one?
46:14Who wants two?
46:17Who wants one?
46:33I can't hear you.
46:40Who wants one?
46:4523 seconds left in the fourth
46:48Wembenyama
46:49a screen on Donchich
46:52Fox passes to Wembenyama
46:54and out of bounds as Los Angeles
46:57keeps possession
47:11Here's Donchich
47:12And so they choose to intentionally foul
47:14Wembenyama
47:15That's his first-breaking foul
47:18Third team foul
47:21At the line for the Lakers
47:24Luka Bachelet
47:27You shot
47:44He drops the first one
47:45and that makes it a seven-point lead
47:57And so both free throws are good
48:00And it's an eight-point game
48:04Fox finds Wembenyama
48:15And so the Lakers take the win
48:17Even early on in this one
48:19It seemed like they were happy
48:21to be playing at home tonight
48:22And it makes a big difference
48:23Once they started to really play in rhythm
48:26You never felt like they had any doubts
48:29as to whether or not they were going to win
48:31And we've got David Aldridge
48:33standing by on our sideline
48:34with the player of the game
48:35David, it's all yours
48:37Thanks, Kevin
48:38Luka, you played well
48:39and you got the win
48:40So what made the difference?
48:43Yeah, I think we had a great game
48:45You know, we had a
48:46I think it was a great game today
48:47You know, we step up together
48:49to play good defense
48:50And it was a great win
48:51Thanks for your time, man
48:52Appreciate it
48:53Kevin, back to you
48:54All right, David, thank you
48:56And that about wraps it up
48:58With Stan Van Gundy
48:59Greg Anthony
49:00and David Aldridge
49:01This is Kevin Harlam saying
49:03thanks for watching, folks
49:04on 2K Sports
49:06But first
49:07let's reveal
49:08our player of the game
49:10Luka Doncic
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