LeBron James' Historic Scoring Streak Ends as Lakers Secure Victory
LeBron James' NBA-record 1,297-game double-digit scoring streak ended after 18 years, but he assisted the Lakers' 123-120 win against the Raptors.
Overview
LeBron James' NBA-record 1,297-game streak of scoring at least 10 points per game officially ended after more than 18 years during the Lakers' recent matchup.
James concluded the game with eight points, shooting 4-of-17 from the field and missing all five of his 3-point attempts against the Toronto Raptors.
Despite the end of his historic streak, James played a crucial role by providing the game-winning assist for Hachimura's buzzer-beating 3-pointer.
The Los Angeles Lakers ultimately defeated the Toronto Raptors with a final score of 123-120, securing a victory even as James' personal record concluded.
James expressed no regrets about the streak's conclusion, which had surpassed Michael Jordan's consecutive games record, focusing instead on the team's win.
Analysis
Center-leaning sources frame this story by highlighting LeBron James's deliberate choice to prioritize a game-winning assist over extending his historic scoring streak. They consistently portray his action as an "unselfish" and "right play," reinforcing a narrative where team success outweighs individual records. This framing is achieved through selective language and the collective emphasis on his decision's positive implications.
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FAQ
LeBron James' scoring streak of 1,297 consecutive games with at least 10 points was an NBA record, surpassing Michael Jordan's previous record, and it lasted over 18 years.
LeBron James scored 8 points on 4-of-17 shooting and missed all five of his 3-point attempts in the game against the Toronto Raptors where his scoring streak ended.
LeBron James assisted the game-winning buzzer-beating 3-pointer by Rui Hachimura, helping the Lakers secure a 123-120 victory over the Toronto Raptors.
LeBron James expressed no regrets about the streak ending and emphasized that the team's victory was more important than the personal record.
The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Toronto Raptors with a final score of 123-120, despite LeBron James’ scoring streak ending.
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