Lakers Edge Out Wizards in Overtime, Extend Losing Streak to 13
Anthony Davis and LeBron James lead the way, with James nearing the 40,000 career points milestone.
- The Los Angeles Lakers secured a 134-131 overtime victory against the Washington Wizards, extending the Wizards' losing streak to 13 games.
- Anthony Davis led the Lakers with 40 points and 15 rebounds, while LeBron James added 31 points, moving him just nine points away from reaching 40,000 career points.
- James' late-game heroics, including a key block and a game-tying three-pointer in overtime, were pivotal in the Lakers' win.
- The Lakers have won nine of their last 12 games but remain ninth in the Western Conference standings.
- LeBron James is expected to surpass the 40,000 career points milestone in the Lakers' next game against the Denver Nuggets.