Another dazzling night from LeBron James propelled the Los Angeles Lakers to a victory over the Memphis Grizzlies at Crypto.com Arena. James, returning to his standard elite form, was the driving force behind the Lakers’ 5-point win. Adding to the excitement, his son, Bronny James, cheered from the bench, celebrating a pivotal bucket late in the game that pushed the Lakers past the 100-point mark in their 11th game of the NBA regular season.
The Lakers fended off a resilient Memphis squad that made a strong push in the second and third quarters. Once again, LeBron showcased why he remains at the center of the GOAT debate alongside Michael Jordan. His dominance and ability to take over critical moments underlined his value to the team.
One of the night’s highlights came when Bronny reacted enthusiastically to a clutch basket by his father, which gave the Lakers 101 points. Although Bronny didn’t play, as he awaits his next G League appearance on Friday, his energy and connection with LeBron didn’t go unnoticed.
The father-son moment further cemented their unique bond, with Bronny’s courtside presence bringing added attention to the game. He will be waiting for the opportunity to celebrate with him next time on the floor.
LeBron’s masterclass against the Grizzlies
LeBron looked ageless against the Grizzlies, displaying the same aggressiveness and skill that have defined his legendary career. While Anthony Davis and Rui Hachimura provided valuable contributions, James was unquestionably the star of the night.
In 37 minutes, LeBron delivered a standout performance with 35 points, hitting 13 of 22 field goals, 4 of 7 three-pointers, and 5 of 8 free throws. He also grabbed 12 rebounds (11 defensive) and dished out 14 assists, putting on a clinic in leadership and versatility.
LeBron ties an iconic record once again
Adding another chapter to his illustrious career, LeBron tied his own record for being the oldest player in NBA history to record a triple-double. Initially set in 2019 when James was 34 years and 310 days old, the milestone placed him ahead of Jason Kidd, who previously held the mark at 34 years and 291 days while serving as a Lakers assistant coach.
LeBron’s achievement this week not only matched his 2019 feat but opened the door for further milestones as the season progresses. Now, he is looking up for to keep climbing in the triple-double career leaders.
Climbing the triple-double leaderboard
LeBron’s triple-double also moved him further up the NBA’s all-time leaderboard, where he currently ranks fifth. Here’s how the top five stands:
- Russell Westbrook – 199
- Oscar Robertson* – 181
- Magic Johnson* – 138
- Nikola Jokic – 136
- LeBron James – 116
*Retired
With two active players ahead of him, including Westbrook and Jokic, LeBron James remains in the thick of the conversation among the game’s most complete players.