LeBron James put on a shooting clinic on Sunday night, leading the Los Angeles Lakers to a 116-104 victory over the Brooklyn Nets. James tied his career high for 3-pointers by going 9 for 10 behind the arc and finished with 40 points, matching a season high. The sellout crowd at Barclays Center was on its feet as James dazzled with his shooting display in the fourth quarter.
The Lakers have been on a hot streak, winning five of their last six games. This victory moved them nine games over .500 with seven games left in the regular season. Although they remain ninth in the Western Conference, the Lakers have a chance to move up and secure a better playoff position.
James, a 20-time All-Star, continues to defy age and expectations with his stellar performances. He finished the game shooting 13 for 17 overall, showcasing his scoring prowess. Anthony Davis added 24 points and 14 rebounds, while Rui Hachimura contributed 20 points and 10 rebounds.
The Nets struggled to keep up with the Lakers, with Cam Thomas leading them with 30 points. Brooklyn’s poor shooting and rebounding allowed the Lakers to build a commanding lead early in the game.
James’ impressive shooting performance has fans and analysts excited about the Lakers’ potential in the postseason. If he can replicate this level of play, the Lakers could be a force to be reckoned with in the playoffs. The Lakers will look to continue their winning ways as they face the Toronto Raptors next, while the Nets will take on the Indiana Pacers.