Lakers Suffer First Clutch Loss of the Season Against Bucks in Thrilling Finish

Lakers Suffer First Clutch Loss of the Season Against Bucks in Thrilling Finish

Before Friday, Los Angeles had not lost any game that was within 5 points with less than five minutes remaining. Source

Lakers' loss to Bucks ends 13-game unbeaten streak in clutch games

LOS ANGELES -- For the first time this season, the Los Angeles Lakers lost a game by fewer than 10 points.

Recap: Lakers Fall To Bucks For First Clutch Time Loss Of Season

After splitting their two-game road trip, the Los Angeles Lakers returned home on Friday night to host the Milwaukee Bucks. While LeBron James and Giannis Antetokounmpo were originally listed as questionable with injuries, they both were able to suit up, setting up for their first matchup since Dec. 2, 2022. It was a fun back-and-forth game, but ultimately the Bucks came out on top with a 105-101 victory to hand the Lakers their first clutch tim…