April 6th - The Mavericks defeated the Lakers 134-128. Flagg contributed 45 points, 8 rebounds, and 9 assists, while Washington added 15 points and 5 rebounds. For the Lakers, James scored 30 points, 9 rebounds, and 15 assists, while Hayes had 23 points, 4 rebounds, and 2 assists.

In the first quarter, Flagler consistently scored, leading the Mavericks to an early lead. James responded with drives to the basket, but the Mavericks regained the lead towards the end of the quarter. The first quarter ended with the Mavericks leading 41-30. In the second quarter, the Mavericks extended their lead to over 20 points at one point. Led by James, the Lakers continued to score, narrowing the gap. At halftime, the Mavericks led 67-61.

After switching sides, the Lakers repeatedly closed the gap, but the Mavericks maintained their lead thanks to Flagg's consistent performance, keeping the difference in double digits. At the end of the third quarter, the Mavericks still led 107-97. In the final quarter, the Lakers continued their comeback, narrowing the gap to single digits, but Flagg's steady free throws sealed the victory. Ultimately, the Mavericks narrowly defeated the Lakers 134-128 .

Lakers player statistics

LeBron James had 30 points, 9 rebounds, and 15 assists; Chuck Hayes had 23 points, 4 rebounds, and 2 assists; Rui Hachimura had 21 points, 7 rebounds, and 1 assist; Kennard had 15 points, 16 rebounds, and 11 assists; La Lavia had 14 points, 5 rebounds, and 1 assist; Ayton had 13 points, 4 rebounds, and 1 assist; Vanderbilt had 5 points, 1 rebound, and 1 assist; and Bronny James had 5 points and 1 assist.

Mavericks player statistics

Flagg 45 points, 8 rebounds, 9 assists; Washington 15 points, 5 rebounds; Marshall 13 points, 7 rebounds, 7 assists; Williams 13 points, 2 rebounds, 5 assists; Thompson 11 points, 2 assists; Bagley 9 points, 4 rebounds; Christie 8 points, 1 rebound, 2 assists; Middleton 8 points, 2 rebounds; Gafford 7 points, 7 rebounds

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