LeBron James' Triple-Double Leads Lakers to Victory Over Knicks at MSG
The Lakers secured a 128-112 win over the Knicks, snapping New York's five-game winning streak, with James delivering a standout performance at age 40.
- LeBron James recorded his 10th triple-double of the season with 33 points, 12 assists, and 11 rebounds in the Lakers' win at Madison Square Garden.
- The Lakers, playing without Anthony Davis due to an abdominal strain, relied on a collective effort, including 27 points from Austin Reaves and 21 from Rui Hachimura.
- Josh Hart notched a triple-double for the Knicks with 26 points, 13 rebounds, and 11 assists, but New York struggled without OG Anunoby, who exited with a foot sprain in the third quarter.
- The Lakers improved to 28-19, maintaining their fifth-place position in the Western Conference, while the Knicks fell to 32-17.
- The Lakers showcased strong ball movement and defensive discipline, making 19 three-pointers and outscoring the Knicks 37-23 in the fourth quarter.