The Lakers (0-1) were led by Cole Swider, collecting 24 points and eight rebounds. DJ Steward had 20 points, two rebounds and six assists. Each player shot 7-for-10 from the field. Dalton Knecht compiled 10 points, four rebounds, two assists and two steals, while Darius Bazley led the bench with 10 points, four rebounds and three blocks.

After missing the first game, Bronny James got the start against the Heat and made an instant impact as he came up with a steal and dunk for the Lakers’ first points of the contest. James later knocked down his first 3-pointer of the game from the corner, helping Los Angeles claim an early 7-4 lead.

The Lakers start strong, building a double-digit lead in the first half, but Golden State scores 30 points in the third quarter to take control of the game.