Anthony Davis key to Lakers' NBA title hopes after dominant performance in opener | News, results, highlights, statistics and rumors

During the Los Angeles Lakers' 110-103 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday night, much was made of the historic moment when LeBron and Bronny James shared the court, the first time in its 78-year history that a father and son The NBA achieved this feat.

Hidden in that feel-good moment was a completely dominant performance from Anthony Davis, who led the Lake Show past the Western Conference runners-up a year ago.

Davis scored 36 points, collected 16 rebounds and added four assists in 38 minutes.

LeBron gushed about his teammate to reporters after the game.

“He is the focus for us offensively and defensively. And we need to make sure we continue to include him. The coaching staff and JJ (Redick, head coach) do a great job of always putting him in the positions he's in. “He's a receiver on offense. And when AD makes it, it's our job as ballhandlers to keep feeding and finding them. And AD did what AD does.

Redick also praised his talented big man.

“AD was phenomenal tonight. He really attacked the game. He was patient.”