For the Los Angeles Lakers, every win is crucial with a 9–10 play-in line. But their season-best win was their 21-point comeback over the Clippers, and credit goes to LeBron James.
Why does LeBron James remain on top?
“Can you believe this guy is 39 years old?” Is he 49? He scored 19/34 in the fourth quarter, outscoring the Clippers. He scored or assisted on 12 Lakers points. The Lakers trailed 21 after five fourth-quarter 3-pointers.
James and the Lakers’ largest fourth-quarter comeback since his 2003 selection. LeBron still has a lot of skill, but this move in this crucial game against a quality opponent on national television was unbelievable. There is no upper age limit.
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LeBron called his game “just a zone.” It’s hard to explain. You hope you can stay forever. without emotion. Your amazing skills.”
James had 23 assists and 30 points in the fourth quarter. StatMuse lists him as the only player since Ricky Davis in 2007 with a plus-23 fourth-quarter point differential with 19 points and five 3-pointers.
Though LeBron has shown his once-in-a-lifetime skill before, this was astounding. Would you be surprised if he played for five more years? No, I wouldn’t. He plays well when he is sick or wants to be with family.
The Lakers dropped one game against the No. 10 Warriors. The Clippers couldn’t breach their half-court defence all night, but LeBron James exploited transition and an early blitz before settling down.
His inquiry revealed the Clippers’ unusually low prices. He defeated Harden. Three Daniel Theis. He drove on Norman Powell to start the Rui Hachimura 3, giving the Lakers their first lead since the first quarter. Maybe you gave up an undeserved Lakers game. Switcher James is special.
LeBron has 40 career points. Lakers vs. Wizards, Thursday. Start your evening.
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