Credited from: REUTERS
In a commanding performance, the Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Washington Wizards 111-88 on Tuesday, sending the Wizards to their 11th straight loss. According to AP News, LeBron James led the charge with 21 points, 13 assists, and 10 rebounds, marking his 121st career triple-double, and his ninth of the current season.
Anthony Davis was instrumental as well, contributing 29 points, 16 rebounds, five assists, and four blocks. Dorian Finney-Smith and Austin Reaves also added 16 points each to secure the victory. Their efforts culminated in the Lakers achieving their largest victory margin of the season, at 23 points.
The Wizards struggled throughout the game, with Bilal Coulibaly leading their offense with 17 points. They faced significant difficulty, shooting only 35.8% from the field and just 25.6% from three-point range. As Reuters reported, following this defeat, Washington's record drops to an NBA-low six wins.
During the game, James made a notable mark by securing his 2,309th career steal, surpassing Scottie Pippen and placing him seventh in NBA history. The Lakers maintained control, not trailing for the final 44 minutes, and held their lead after a decisive second quarter where James scored 10 points.
With this win, the Lakers improved to 23-18, while the Wizards' dismal road record falls to 1-18 as they prepare for their upcoming game against the Clippers. The Lakers are set to face off against the Celtics next.
For further details on the game, visit AP News.