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LeBron’s 1,297-Game Double-Digit Streak Ends on Pass That Wins It for Lakers

By setting up Rui Hachimura’s buzzer-beater in Toronto, the veteran forward chose the right play as Los Angeles navigates absences and planned rest.

Overview

  • The Lakers beat the Raptors 123-120 after LeBron James, on eight points with 11 assists, found Rui Hachimura for a corner three at the buzzer.
  • Austin Reaves carried the offense with 44 points and double-digit assists, helping Los Angeles win without Luka Dončić.
  • James’ double-digit scoring run ended at an NBA-record 1,297 straight regular-season games, a streak that began on Jan. 6, 2007 and far exceeded Michael Jordan’s 866.
  • Asked about the streak ending, James replied, “None. We won,” explaining he was simply making the correct basketball play.
  • Head coach J.J. Redick said there is no pinpointed return date for Dončić, and the NBA injury report indicates James is expected to sit Friday at Boston on the back-to-back.