LeBron James had an outstanding performance, scoring 35 points, dishing out 14 assists, and grabbing 12 rebounds, marking his third consecutive triple-double. This achievement makes him the oldest player in NBA history to accomplish this feat. The Los Angeles Lakers managed to secure a thrilling 128-123 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday night.
In the fourth quarter, Anthony Davis stepped up for the Lakers, scoring 11 of his total 21 points. Despite picking up his fifth foul late in the third quarter, he re-entered the game with key contributions, including a crucial 3-pointer that put L.A. ahead for good at 111-108. LeBron shot an impressive 13 of 22 from the field and connected on 4 of 7 attempts from the three-point line.
For Memphis, Jaren Jackson Jr. led the way with 29 points, but their three-game winning streak came to an end. The Lakers showcased their depth with rookie Dalton Knecht and Rui Hachimura both contributing 19 points each.
The game had its excitement with the Lakers trailing 96-91 at the end of the third quarter before they ignited a 10-2 run to take control. They exchanged leads multiple times down the stretch, highlighting the competitive nature of the match. Davis also reached a significant milestone in the first quarter, scoring his 18,000th career point, making him the 80th player in NBA history to hit this mark while also achieving over 7,000 rebounds and 1,500 blocks.
A standout moment for the Lakers was their impressive shooting from beyond the arc, making a season-high 20 three-pointers, with Knecht perfecting all five of his attempts.
Looking ahead, both teams will participate in NBA Cup matchups on Friday night, with Memphis visiting Golden State and the Lakers traveling to San Antonio.
This performance not only underscores LeBron James’s ongoing excellence but also showcases the Lakers’ strong start to the season, with a perfect home record that has not been seen since the 2010-11 season. As the season progresses, fans can be hopeful that the team maintains this competitive edge and continues to thrive in these crucial games.