Lakers BULLY Heat, embark on 75-30 run in Game 1 of NBA Finals as fans praise LeBron & co

The Los Angeles Lakers continued to dominate the floor in Game 1 of the NBA Finals against the Miami Heat, securing an easy 116-98 victory. Anthony Davis and LeBron James put up impressive performances, while the Lakers went on a 75-30 run, easily overtaking the Heat. Lakers fans ended up celebrating the victory on social media, convinced that LeBron James is going to bring home the 17th NBA title for the Lakers.

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Lakers vs Heat live: Fans react to Lakers' stunning 75-30 run in Game 1 vs the Heat

While the Lakers still need three more games to lift the trophy, fans are confident that the Lakers will win the series. Most fans were happy about the Lakers' first final in ten years, complimenting King James and the remaining roster. "Might be an easy finals for the Lakers," wrote one fan, as most spoke about the Lakers sweeping the series in four games. Additionally, fans also celebrated the Lakers winning on the same day as the New York Yankees, who won 10-9 against the Cleveland Indians and advanced to the American League Division Series (ALDS). 

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Lakers vs Heat live highlight: LeBron James, Davis power Lakers to beat Heat 116-98

With 25 points and a 116-98 victory, LeBron James might have won his easiest NBA Finals Game 1 yet. Anthony Davis led the team with 34 points, shooting 50% from beyond the arc. "We kind of picked it up on both ends of the floor," Davis said after the game. Lakers head coach Frank Vogel also spoke about Davis' showing, stating that he is raining his game every time he plays. 

The Heat were left with two injured players as both Goran Dragic and Bam Adebayo had to sit out. Dragic is currently being evaluated after a torn plantar fascia in his left foot, which could sideline him for the remaining series. Adebayo is reported to have aggravated a left shoulder strain. In a post-game interview, Heat coach Erik Spoelstra admitted that they are better than their performance tonight. Game 2 is scheduled for Friday, 9:00 pm EST (Saturday, 6:30 am IST).

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• Anthony Davis points: 34 PTS, 9 REBS, 5 ASTS
• LeBron James points: 25 PTS, 12 REBS, 13 ASTS
• Jimmy Butler points: 23 PTS, 2 REBS, 5 ASTS
• Kendrick Nunn points: 18 PTS, 5 REBS, 2 ASTS
• Tyler Herro points: 14 PTS, 4 REBS, 3 ASTS
• Kentavious Caldwell-pope points: 13 PTS, 2 REBS
• Danny Green points: 11 PTS, 4 REBS, 1 AST
• Alex Caruso points: 10 PTS, 4 REBS, 2 ASTS

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