The Los Angeles Lakers did the Philadelphia 76ers a big favor on Wednesday night.
They went into San Antonio and knocked off the Spurs 102-95. David Nwaba and Tyler Ennis combined for 29 points. But the real catalyst that propelled the Lakers to a victory might’ve been Gregg Popovich deciding to limit the minutes of his stars. Kawhi Leonard played just 14 minutes, LaMarcus Aldridge logged just 16, and Pau Gasol played 18. The Warriors defeat of the Suns means Phoenix is now 1.5 games up on the Lakers for the second best lottery odds.
Thanks, Pop!