The NBA delivered another night of electrifying basketball, featuring not just regular-season clashes but also the highly anticipated League Cup matchups. Among the standout moments were LeBron James’ record-breaking performance and a nail-biting overtime duel between Sacramento and Minnesota.
LeBron Makes History for the Lakers
At 39 years old, LeBron James continues to defy age and expectations. The Los Angeles Lakers superstar notched his fourth consecutive triple-double, becoming the first player in franchise history to achieve this feat. James recorded 15 points, 16 rebounds, and 12 assists in a gritty 120-115 victory over the San Antonio Spurs.
Despite the brilliance of Victor Wembanyamawho tallied an impressive 28 points, 14 rebounds, and 5 blocksthe Spurs couldn’t overcome the Lakers. Anthony Davis dominated the paint, dropping a monstrous 40 points, outmuscling the French phenom in a head-to-head battle.
Kings Fall in Overtime Despite Strong Effort
Sacramento Kings head coach Mike Brown surprised fans by starting Ukrainian center Alex Len in their League Cup matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Len opened the game with a corner three-pointer but played just eight minutes in total.
The Kings, however, put on a thrilling show, pushing the game into overtime. Despite their best efforts, they fell short, losing 130-126 in the extra period. Minnesota’s balanced attack and late-game composure sealed the win, handing Sacramento a tough defeat in a high-stakes contest.
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