LeBron James - Memphis Grizzlies v Los Angeles Lakers - Game Four
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - LeBron James (#6) of the Los Angeles Lakers in the second half of Game Four of the Western Conference First Round Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena on April 24, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. Ronald Martinez / Staff

The supporters of the Los Angeles Lakers are optimistic that their favorite team can put an end to the series against the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday night.

Lakers' Home-Court Advantage

Currently, the Lakers hold a 3-2 lead and have the advantage of playing at home, setting the stage for an intense game.

For LeBron James, a victory could secure his place in NBA history, as he has never lost a playoff series after holding a two-game lead at any point. This is the second-best record in NBA history, with Kareem Abdul-Jabbar holding the top spot at 32-0.

If James and his team emerge victorious on Friday, his record will be an impressive 31-0, bringing him within one series win of Abdul-Jabbar's record.

Many believe the Lakers have a good chance of winning on Friday night due to their home-court advantage in LA, where the crowd is expected to be loud and supportive.

Furthermore, James has vowed to fix his mistakes and deliver for himself, his team, and his fans. Some are even predicting a standout performance from the four-time champion in Game 6.

However, if the Lakers fail to defeat Ja Morant and the rest of the Grizzlies on Friday, they will face a tough challenge in Memphis, where the Grizzlies have proven to be a formidable opponent.

Without a win on Friday, the Lakers risk losing the series altogether. Either way, this weekend will be monumental for LeBron James as he seeks to cement his place in the history of the NBA.