LeBron James Reaches Another Historic Milestone in Lakers’ Victory Over Knicks
LeBron James continues to solidify his legacy, this time by achieving yet another historic milestone—this one involving his three-point shooting. The Los Angeles Lakers superstar reached a remarkable career achievement during their latest game against the New York Knicks, further cementing his place among the game’s greatest shooters.
LeBron James Joins Elite Three-Point Club
Heading into Saturday night’s matchup, James had already drained 2,499 career three-pointers, ranking seventh on the NBA’s all-time list. The top three spots are occupied by Stephen Curry, James Harden, and Ray Allen, making James’ accomplishment even more impressive given his reputation as a dominant inside scorer rather than a pure shooter.
With 7:29 left in the third quarter, James hit his first three-pointer of the night, officially becoming just the seventh player in NBA history to make 2,500 career three-pointers. This milestone highlights his versatility and longevity, proving that even in his 21st NBA season, he continues to expand his game.
Lakers Secure Convincing Win Over Knicks
The game itself was a hard-fought battle through three quarters, with both teams trading leads in a competitive contest. However, the Lakers dominated the fourth quarter, outscoring the Knicks 37-23 to seal a 128-112 road victory at Madison Square Garden.
James led the way with a triple-double, delivering a sensational 33-point, 12-assist, and 11-rebound performance. He shot 14-of-26 from the field and knocked down 3-of-8 from beyond the arc, showcasing his all-around brilliance.
Other key contributors for the Lakers included:
- Austin Reaves: 27 points, 6 assists, 5 rebounds, 3 steals
- Rui Hachimura: 21 points, 3 rebounds
- Max Christie & Dorian Finney-Smith: 15 points each
The Lakers shot lights out, finishing with an impressive 58% from the field and 47.5% from three-point range. The Knicks, despite solid performances from Jalen Brunson and Julius Randle, were unable to keep pace, shooting 46.3% overall and just 35.7% from three.
Lakers Improve Their Standings in the Western Conference
With this victory, the Lakers improved to a 28-19 record, maintaining their position as the fifth seed in the Western Conference. They now trail the Denver Nuggets by just one game and the Memphis Grizzlies by 3.5 games, keeping them within striking distance of a higher playoff seed.
What’s Next for the Lakers?
The Lakers will now head back to California to prepare for a highly anticipated rivalry matchup against the Los Angeles Clippers on Tuesday at 10 p.m. ET. This battle for LA supremacy could have major playoff implications, especially as both teams continue to fight for positioning in the highly competitive Western Conference.
With LeBron James showing no signs of slowing down, the Lakers remain a dangerous contender as they push forward in their quest for another championship.
