LeBron James continues to beat the odds, leading the Los Angeles Lakers to a thrilling victory over the San Antonio Spurs in their season opener.
The Lakers kicked off their NBA Cup defense with a hard-fought 120-115 win, showcasing their determination to reclaim the title.
Now in his 22nd year as a professional, James is showing no signs of slowing down as he chases yet another milestone.
“To maintain that level of energy and effort at this stage of my career—it’s a tremendous challenge,” he remarked.
“However, credit must go to my amazing teammates as well. These assists are only possible when they’re knocking down shots. My role is simply to deliver the ball on target, rebound, and lend a hand on the boards alongside Anthony Davis and the rest of the squad, while chipping in on the scoring here and there.
“I mean, it’s crazy to think I’ve waited 22 years to reach this point. But here we are!”
This marks a historic achievement for the basketball legend, who is now poised to break a record set nearly four decades ago.
Next up, James and the 8-4 Lakers will face off against the struggling 4-9 New Orleans Pelicans on Saturday, where he aims to eclipse the record.
Despite his remarkable performance, James maintained a humble approach, acknowledging that he isn’t yet at his peak, even with numbers that suggest otherwise.
“What sets my game apart is that I can influence the outcome even when my offensive rhythm is off,” the 39-year-old superstar said.
In the match, he racked up 40 points and secured 12 rebounds, overshadowing an impressive performance from Wembanyama, who tallied 28 points and 14 rebounds.
“When LeBron’s in that mindset of dominating like he was tonight, it really uplifts everyone else to step up and take their shots,” commented Lakers guard Austin Reaves. “And of course, AD is going to do what he always does—he’s been consistent every night thus far this season.”
LeBron now boasts 117 career triple-doubles, placing him fifth on the all-time leaderboard, further solidifying his legacy in the sport.
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