With James Harden on the bench, the Los Angeles Lakers battled an intense overtime against the Los Angeles Clippers. Clippers held a 61-48 lead at the half, suggesting a continued dominance over the Lakers. For the last 11 encounters between the two LA teams, the Clippers had reigned supreme over the purple and gold. However, LeBron James and the squad things changed quickly. The game, while not reaching the scoring heights of the recent Boston Celtics’ 151-point explosion, displayed high exchanges.
For the Lakers, LeBron James led with 35 points. Furthermore, Anthony Davis and D’Angelo Russell chimed in 27 points each to the mix. On the Clippers’ side, Kawhi Leonard, Paul George, and Russell Westbrook collectively racked up 38, 35, and 24 points.
LeBron James serves a vintage highlight
LeBron James, in a thrilling overtime victory, left fans in awe with a dazzling performance. James wrapped up the game with an impressive 35 points. In doing so, he became the first player of his age to achieve such a feat. Furthermore, he treated fans to a classic highlight reminiscent of his early days.
The moment of magic appeared after a critical defensive stop. Austin Reaves and James orchestrated a fastbreak masterpiece. As they closed in on the basket, Reaves lobbed the ball over Russell Westbrook, only for LeBron to snatch it mid-air and stuff it home with his off-hand.
The crowd and James’ teammates erupted with excitement as this electrifying moment unfolded, even leaving his own son, Bronny James, utterly captivated.
Even a rival team’s superstar, Jayson Tatum, couldn’t resist expressing his awe at LeBron James’ astonishing sight. He took to social media, writing, “The sh** Bron is doing is ridiculous lol”
The shit Bron is doing is ridiculous lol
— Jayson Tatum (@jaytatum0) November 2, 2023
With 12 rebounds to go along with his 35 points, James finished the game with a double-double. Furthermore, James logged 42 minutes of action
Interestingly, along with all the amazing things James is doing for his age, he is averaging nearly 9 points in the fourth quarter alone.
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Fans flooded the post with their electric excitement right after the game.
After the jaw-dropping moment, @Carlosmeraz__ highlighted the astonishing fact that LeBron came extremely close to a head-to-head encounter with the rim.
Bronny after the LeBron dunk. 😂🔥
— Hoop Central (@TheHoopCentral) November 2, 2023
Meanwhile, @Daangelvid couldn’t help but highlight how Bronny supports LeBron James; painting a heartwarming family picture.
That's a son who loves his dad, it's great to see
— Daangelvid (@Daangelvid) November 2, 2023
Meanwhile, @shadblv took a clever swipe at the commentator. The fan playfully poked fun with a “That’s still quite up there” in a sarcastic nod to the announcer.
Bronny after the LeBron dunk. 😂🔥
— Hoop Central (@TheHoopCentral) November 2, 2023
Amidst all the excitement, @qwami_ put a poignant reminder to everyone that it is LeBron James’ 21st year in the league.
Bronny after the LeBron dunk. 😂🔥
— Hoop Central (@TheHoopCentral) November 2, 2023
The Lakers will now rematch against the Orlando Magic on November 5 before battling it out against the Miami Heat on November 7.
