While it was a mismatch on paper, JJ Reddick still implored his Lakers to play with a chip on their shoulder against the Wizards.

The Los Angeles Lakers improved to 2–1 on their East coast road trip with a 134–96 victory over the Washington Wizards on Thursday night in D.C. Lakers star LeBron James scored 24 points and added 11 assists and three rebounds in the blowout win, and exited the game late in the third quarter with the contest well in-hand.

The Los Angeles Lakers secured a dominant victory over the Washington Wizards, with LeBron James delivering a standout performance. Coach JJ Redick highlighted one key factor that makes James' play in his 22nd NBA season even more remarkable.