The Los Angeles Lakers, worn by veteran Carmelo Anthony, obtained their first victory of the season by winning at home against Memphis (121-118) on Sunday, the Golden State Warriors and the Hornets winning for their part a third victory in as many matches.
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With 28 points and 6 successful shots out of 8 to 3 points, Anthony took over from an awkward LeBron James (19 points to 7 out of 19) to support Anthony Davis (22 points, 8 rebounds) and finally offer a victory to the Lakers, who started their season with two losses.
In Brooklyn, the Nets of a somewhat isolated Kevin Durant (38 points) lost for their first home game against the Charlotte Hornets (111-95), still undefeated after three games, like the Golden State Warriors of Stephen Curry (27 points, 10 assists), who went to win in Sacramento (119-107).
Also of note, the first defeat of the New York Knicks, surprised at home by the Orlando Magic (110-104), the first victory of the Boston Celtics in Houston (107-97), and the victory of the Philadelphia Sixers in Oklahoma City (115-103).