Lakers scored the game’s first 10 points and never trailed in taking Game 5 of the first-round series. Kobe Bryant hits out the fourth quarter to rest his sore knee.
Game 5: Upstart Thunder Have Defending Champion Lakers Reeling
“[Bryant] was a big factor to be able to stop Westbrook, contain him and make sure he doesn’t get into the lane as much as he has,” Gasol said. “He took his time, took his shots and was aggressive. Overall it was just a great effort.”
The Lakers shot 14-of-21 in the opening quarter, while holding the Thunder to 6-of-23. Bynum made all four of his shots for eight points in the period.
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