Published 10:46 IST, October 1st 2020
LeBron James throws down two-handed reverse dunk after first half buzzer; watch video
After the first half of the Lakers vs Heat match had ended, NBA star LeBron James was seen executing an incredible two-handed reverse dunk.
Game 1 of the 2020 NBA Finals ended with a victory for the Los Angeles Lakers, with their game against Miami Heat ending at 116-98. Anthony Davis and LeBron James were the stars of the show during the Lakers vs Heat encounter, combining for 59 points in the game. While the Lakers vs Heat match had several interesting matchups and moments to look at, arguably the best of them happened at the end of the first half courtesy of LeBron James.
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LeBron James two-handed reverse dunk steals the show
The incident occurred at the closing stages of the first half of the Lakers vs Heat match, with the LA Lakers going into the second half with a 17-point lead over their rivals. With seconds left on the clock, Lakers forward Kyle Kuzma tossed up a layup attempt, with the ball leaving his fingertips just after the buzzer went. While the ball bounced back off the back rim, LA Lakers star LeBron James instead of letting it go, executed an outrageous piece of skill.
LeBron James was seen gliding in as he caught the ball mid-air, before proceeding to throw down a two-handed reverse dunk. While the LeBron James two-handed reverse dunk didn’t count, it was loved by many fans as they praised the star for the effort.
LeBron James two-handed reverse dunk loved by fans
The NBA’s official social media handles also shared the LeBron James dunk video, as they mentioned that it seemed like the NBA star was having some fun after the buzzer. After the video was shared, many fans reacted to it, as they praised LeBron James for still going strong in his 17th season in the NBA. Other basketball fans also pointed out how effortlessly LeBron James pulled off the two-handed reverse dunk, as they claimed that it was a sign of his quality.
Several fans also shared hilarious memes as they pointed out that even though what LeBron James did during the Lakers vs Heat game was admirable, it didn’t count as the buzzer had gone off.
LeBron James points tonight round up
LeBron James finished the Lakers vs Heat game just short of a triple-double, ending the game with 25 points, 13 rebounds, and nine assists. For the LA Lakers, it was Anthony Davis who turned in an impressive performance his first Finals game as he led the charge with 34 points and nine rebounds. Game 2 of the Lakers vs Heat match up will take place on Saturday, October 3 at 6:30 AM IST.
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Updated 10:46 IST, October 1st 2020