Lakers vs 76ers: On Friday, LeBron James’ triple-double helped the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Philadelphia 76ers 116-106. After a two-game losing streak, the Lakers remained unbeaten at home.
LeBron’s 114th triple-double came with 21 points, 13 assists, and 12 rebounds. The 39-year-old basketball legend has two triple-doubles this season, proving he can still lead his team.
Anthony Davis scored 31 points and dominated both ends for the Lakers. Austin Reaves scored 20 and D’Angelo Russell earned 18 off the bench.
Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey were out for the 1-7 76ers. Maxey is out for two weeks with a hamstring injury, while Embiid served his second game of a three-game suspension. Rookie Jared McCain scored 18 points, and Andre Drummond and Caleb Martin scored 27 to keep the 76ers in the game.
LA led by eight at halftime after a late Lakers surge after Philadelphia closed a 13-point gap. A 10-0 run after halftime gave the Lakers an unbeatable lead over Philadelphia.
On defense and as a team, the Lakers held off the 76ers in the fourth quarter. Philadelphia made a few small runs, but LeBron and his teammates answered and kept the game in their hands until the end.
The Lakers are now 5-4 and feel good about their chances for Sunday’s game against the Raptors after this win. The 76ers will try to get back on track at home against the Charlotte Hornets.
The 76ers want to get their season back on track, and the Lakers are still having a great year. Fans can’t wait to see what comes next.