Luka Doncic, LeBron James lead Lakers past Grizzlies to kick off 2026

Lakers star Luka Doncic, left, shoots as Memphis Grizzlies forward GG Jackson defends during the second half on Friday, Jan. 2, 2026, at Crypto.com Arena. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

Memphis Grizzlies forward Jaren Jackson Jr., right, shoots as Lakers center Jaxson Hayes defends during the first half on Friday, Jan. 2, 2026, at Crypto.com Arena. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

Lakers forward LeBron James, right, shoots as Memphis Grizzlies center Christian Koloko defends during the first half on Friday, Jan.