The Los Angeles Lakers returned to winning ways with a commanding 134-110 victory over the visiting Portland Trail Blazers. D’Angelo Russell was the star performer for the Lakers, leading the team with 34 points and eight assists. LeBron James also contributed to the win with 28 points. The victory came as a response to the Lakers’ recent inconsistency, with the team regrouping after a disappointing performance in their last game. The Lakers dominated on the boards, out-rebounding the Trail Blazers 45-35, and showcased their speed with a season-high 35 fastbreak points.