Published 12:23 IST, July 31st 2020
LeBron James game-winner in final seconds vs Clippers sends NBA fans into a frenzy: WATCH
LeBron James game-winner vs Clippers: The Lakers talisman incredibly followed up on his own miss to win the game with just 12.8 seconds remaining on the clock.
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Following NBA return on Thursday night at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James gave world a timely reminder of his greatness. James' decisive winner at Orlando opener helped Lakers earn a crucial 103-101 victory over local rivals LA Clippers. LeBron James game-winner saw Lakers star follow up on his own miss with just 12.8 seconds on clock and sent NBA fans on social media into a frenzy.
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NBA live scores: Lakers vs Clippers
Lakers vs Clippers clash at NBA bubble was ar one of those tight affairs between two Western Conference giants. Most fans believe that game on Thursday night might have been a preview of Western Conference Finals. Lakers had initially opened up a 12-point lead after first quarter against Kawhi Leonard and co but Clippers slowly pulled things back over next two quarters.
scores were tied at 101-101 with just 30 seconds remaining on clock, but that's when three-time NBA champion LeBron James decided to take matters into his own hands. 35-year-old ventured with ball and made incredible winning shot after following up on his own miss to earn Lakers a 103-101 win over Clippers. This was soon after Paul George had tied game with a stunning three-pointer but Clippers star missed ar three-pointer at final horn. Here's a look at LeBron James game-winner that sent NBA fans into a frenzy:
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Lakers vs Clippers: LeBron James stats
Although James might have had only 16 points against Clippers, ne were bigger than his final two that came in dying seconds of tight encounter. Despite struggling on 6-of-19 shooting, James finished with 11 rebounds and seven assists. Lakers power forward will be hoping to improve his numbers with seven regular-season games remaining, though Anthony Davis and Lakers bench were at hand to provide more than ample support.
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Lakers vs Clippers: Anthony Davis stats
LeBron James might have grabbed headlines for his game-winner but Anthony Davis played an integral role in triumph for Lakers. 27-year-old scored 34 points and grabbed eight rebounds for Western Conference table-toppers in a thrilling win. fan consensus at end of a closely-fought affair was, refore, that Davis was best man on court on a tense night in NBA bubble.
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12:23 IST, July 31st 2020