LeBron James Leads Lakers to Victory over Clippers, Snapping Losing Streak. LeBron James showcased his skills with 25 points, eight rebounds, and seven assists as the Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Los Angeles Clippers 106-103 on Sunday night. Taurean Prince made a crucial tiebreaking 3-pointer with 1:17 remaining, helping the Lakers snap a four-game losing streak.
Anthony Davis contributed 22 points and 10 rebounds, playing a pivotal role in the Lakers’ victory. This win marked the second consecutive triumph for the Lakers over their crosstown rivals, breаking an 11-game losing streak against the Clippers.
The game came down to the wire, with Norman Powell’s potential game-tying 3-point attempt rattling in and out at the buzzer. The Lakers managed to secure the win, holding off one of the NBA’s hottest teams. It was only the Lakers’ fourth victory in 14 games since winning the NBA’s Inaugural In-Season Tournament.
Paul George led the Clippers with 22 points, while Ivica Zubac recorded an impressive double-double with 22 points and 19 rebounds. Kawhi Leonard contributed 15 points, and it was James Harden’s first game against the Lakers since being traded to the Clippers. Despite the loss, the Clippers had previously won 14 out of their last 17 games.
The game remained closely contested throughout, with neither team holding a double-digit lead until the Lakers’ D’Angelo Russell Һit his third 3-pointer, putting them up 92-82 early in the fourth quarter. The Clippers made a late surge, scoring nine consecutive points to tie the game at 103. However, Taurean Prince’s clutch 3-pointer and James’ fadeaway jumper proved pivotal in securing the Lakers’ victory.
The win is significant for the Lakers, who had struggled against the Clippers in recent seasons. It also marked a milestone for the Clippers as they played their final game as the “visiting” team in their own arena, Staples Center. Going forward, the Clippers’ new home, the Intuit Dome, will provide them with an exclusive venue in Inglewood starting next season.