LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers survived a double-overtime thriller against Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors, edging them out 145-144 on Saturday night in an exhilarating conclusion to the NBA's Rivals Week.
In what unfolded as an unforgettable classic, James and Curry engaged in a head-to-head battle reminiscent of old times, delivering clutch baskets throughout the fourth quarter and both overtime periods.
With just six seconds left on the clock, Curry nailed a pivotal three-pointer at the top of the key, granting the Warriors a narrow 144-143 lead. However, James drew a foul on a drive during the Lakers' possession and calmly sank two crucial free throws to reclaim the lead at 145-144. In the Warriors' final attempt, Curry's ambitious 68-foot shot fell short of finding the bottom of the net.
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James put up a stellar performance, concluding with a triple-double of 36 points, 20 rebounds, and 12 assists. At 39 years old, he made history as the oldest player to achieve a 30-point triple-double and the oldest player to record a 30-20 game, setting a new personal best with 20 rebounds.
As for Curry, he contributed 46 points, 7 assists, and 3 rebounds in 43 minutes during the losing effort. The Warriors, coming off another heartbreaking one-point loss to the Sacramento Kings two nights prior, faced their second consecutive disappointment.
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