Luka Doncic, LeBron James lead Lakers past 76ers in return
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Both the Los Angeles Lakers and Philadelphia 76ers could be without multiple key players in Sunday night's matchup.
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After beating the Toronto Raptors at the buzzer on Thursday, the Lakers got slammed by the Boston Celtics 126-105 on Friday. In that game, neither Luka Doncic nor LeBron James played, but Doncic is expected to return on Sunday after being in his native Slovenia for the birth of his second daughter.
The Los Angeles Lakers, second in the Western Conference at 16-5, face the Boston Celtics, fifth in the East at 14-9. Austin Reaves led the Lakers to a recent win, while the Celtics are on a winning streak.
The assist to Hachimura ensured that James’ NBA-record streak of 1,297 consecutive double-digit scoring games in the regular season ended. He finished with eight points, shooting just 4 for 17. He went 0 for 5 from 3-point range and did not attempt a free throw. His assist to Hachimura was his 11th.
LeBron James has thrilled fans with a vintage performance against the Philadelphia 76ers. He scored 29 points, including 10 straight in the fourth quarter, leading the Lakers to a 112-108 win on Sunday night.
The Los Angeles Lakers are pursuing a trade for elite two-way wing defender Herb Jones of the New Orleans Pelicans.
The Lakers and Raptors clash on Thursday at ScotiaBank Arena in Toronto, Ontario, with tip-off at 7:20 p.m. ET.