LeBron James Admits Poor Game 5 Performance

BYTyler ReedPublished on April 27, 2023913 Views

Los Angeles Lakers v Memphis Grizzlies - Game Five

MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE - APRIL 26: Jaren Jackson Jr. #13 of the Memphis Grizzlies reacts during the second half against Anthony Davis #3 of the Los Angeles Lakers and LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers during Game Five of the Western Conference First Round Playoffs at FedExForum on April 26, 2023 in Memphis, Tennessee. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Justin Ford/Getty Images)

LeBron James was not happy with his performance in Game 5.

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers looked lost in Game 5 with the Memphis Grizzlies. The Lakers had built a ton of confidence after winning three straight in the series. However, the Grizzlies finally answered the bell in their 116-99 victory on Wednesday night. Not a lot went right for the seventh-seeded Lakers. According to James, he is one of the biggest reasons the team failed to wrap up the series. After the game, James discussed with the media how he has to perform better.

James was blunt and honest with his Game 5 performance. “Tonight I was sh*t. And I’ll be better in Game 6.” James finished the game with 15 points, 10 rebounds, and 5 assists. However, James went 5 of 17 from the field. Numbers like that are not going to help the Lakers end the Grizzlies season. James understands this and vows to be better for Game 6 in Los Angeles. The series between the Lakers and Grizzlies has seemed like theater at certain points.

LeBron Vows To Be Better In Game 6

The series began with a Lakers victory. However, the fireworks didn't begin until the post-game press conference. Grizzlies forward Dillon Brooks fired the first shots. Brooks called James old and that he wouldn't respect him until he scored 40. While James has yet to score 40 in the series. However, he did score 20 and grab 20 rebounds in the Lakers Game 4 win. If you were to ask Shaq, he would tell you that 20 + 20 would equal 40. It seemed like the Lakers were destined to finish the series on Wednesday night. But the Grizzlies had other plans.

However, the Grizzlies proved how they earned the two seed in the Western Conference. The Grizzlies have also had to deal with injuries during this series. Star guard Ja Morant suffered a severe hand injury during Game 2. However, Morant has fought through the pain and helped lead his team in Game 5. This series is far from over. Do you think LeBron James can finish the series in Game 6? Let us know how you think this series will shake out in our comment section. For the latest NBA news, keep it right here with HNHH.

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