Milton logged 21 points (7-8 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 6-6 FT), four rebounds, four assists and two steals in 28 minutes during Thursday's 134-96 win over Washington.

Shake Milton recorded 21 points, four rebounds and four assists, while shooting seven out of eight from the field in the win, while LeBron James had 24 points and 11 assists before resting for the fou

LeBron James had 24 points and 11 assists before resting for the final quarter of the Los Angeles Lakers’ 134-96 rout of the Washington Wizards.

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The Los Angeles Lakers still have issues after the late-December trade with the Brooklyn Nets for Dorian Finney-Smith and Shake Milton. The team

Lakers coach JJ Redick commends team effort in a decisive 134-96 victory over the Wizards, highlighting key players and execution.

Bronny James, the 20-year-old son of 40-year-old LeBron, entered the game for Los Angeles to start the fourth quarter and played the entire final 12 minutes. He made 1 of his 6 field goal attempts -- a three-point play for the second bucket of his NBA career -- and finished with a career-high five points.

Lakers head coach JJ Redick complimented his team's aggressive attitude. JJ on Shake Milton: "It's hard to get traded midseason and be in and out of the rotation. I think he showed a very professional approach tonight." Get closer to the action on Spectrum SportsNet+ with the NBA app, on us! 🔗: https://t.co/k8Sa1tKN6U pic.twitter.com/lLw2hj7KUm

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With Anthony Davis injured, everyone from LeBron James down needed to step up for the Los Angeles Lakers, even against the lowly Washington Wizards. And that is exactly what happened.