Lakers Score Franchise-Record 51 Points in 3rd Quarter of Tuesday’s Win

The Los Angeles Lakers may remain on track for their worst season since relocating from Minneapolis in 1960, but they notched a rare highlight Tuesday night against the New York Knicks, pouring in a franchise-record 51 points in the third quarter.

The record-setting outburst proved to be the difference-maker in the Lakers' 127-96 victory, as Los Angeles shot a sparkling 19-of-26 from the field during the quarter to extend an eight-point halftime lead into a 28-point advantage heading into the fourth quarter. The barrage featured six three-pointers and marked the first time an Bleacher Report - Los Angeles Lakers
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