LeBron James Lights Up the Nets with Career-High 3-Point Shooting Performance
In a stunning display of skill and precision, LeBron James led the Los Angeles Lakers to a 116-104 victory over the Brooklyn Nets with a career-high 9 three-pointers on Sunday night. The sellout crowd at Barclays Center was on its feet as James put on a shooting clinic, finishing with 40 points to tie his season-high.
This remarkable performance by James comes at a crucial time for the Lakers, who have won five of their last six games and are now nine games over .500 with seven games left in the regular season. The win keeps them in contention for a higher seed in the Western Conference standings, potentially avoiding the play-in game scenario.
James’ dominance on the court was evident throughout the game, as he shot 13 for 17 overall and single-handedly kept the Nets at bay with his 3-point shooting in the third and fourth quarters. His accuracy from behind the arc was a sight to behold, with his ninth 3-pointer coming as he was falling to his left from the corner.
With Anthony Davis contributing 24 points and 14 rebounds, and Rui Hachimura adding 20 points and 10 rebounds, the Lakers showcased their strength as a team. The Nets, led by Cam Thomas with 30 points, struggled to keep up with the Lakers’ offensive firepower.
As the Lakers look ahead to their next game against the Toronto Raptors, James’ stellar performance serves as a reminder of his enduring greatness on the court. If he can replicate this level of play in the postseason, the Lakers could be a force to be reckoned with in the playoffs.