LeBron James Comes Inches from Historic Triple-Double in Thrilling Lakers Comeback—What Nearly Stopped Him?
James rising to play might also have something to do with the fact that he is exactly one missed game away from not being award eligible this season, which would snap his unprecedented 22-year All-NBA streak. He missed the Lakers’ first 14 seasons due to sciatica, and has sat out legs of three back-to-backs since his debut. Just last week, he was telling reporters he was TBD for every back-to-back left on the Lakers’ schedule.
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Alongside James’ near-triple-double was a 27-point, 12-assist night from Luka Dončić and a 17-point, 18-rebound performance from Deandre Ayton. Every Lakers starter scored in double figures, and collectively accomplished something never before seen in NBA history despite the absence of Austin Reaves.



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