Los Angeles (AFP) – After two additional periods, “The King” LeBron James outperformed the distinguished playmaker Stephen Curry and led the Los Angeles Lakers to victory over the host Golden State Warriors 145-144, on Saturday in a classic confrontation within the NBA ( NBA).
Published on: 01/28/2024 – 07:57
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James defied the reality that he is the oldest player in the league (39 years old), scoring 36 points, 20 rebounds and 12 assists in the 48 minutes he spent on the field.
As for Curry (35 years old), the best player in the league twice, his 46 points were not enough to avoid the loss.
James, a four-time MVP, sealed the game with two free throws with a second left in time. Golden State took a one-point lead, thanks to a wonderful three-pointer from Curry with 5.3 seconds left.
Klay Thompson (24 points) brought the game to the second overtime period with a long three-pointer, also seven seconds before the whistle.
All of this came after Currie equalized the result of the exciting match, when the timing indicated 5.2 seconds from the end of normal time.
James said that he will reflect on that duel with Corey carefully after his prosperous career ends. “You will truly understand that after you stop playing and be able to watch with your grandchildren and say that you faced one of the best who played this game.”
He continued, “Steve came to me after the match and said, ‘How do things keep getting better?'”
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2024-01-28 06:57:05
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