LeBron James claimed his 11th triple-double of the season on Saturday as the Los Angeles Lakers picked up their first victory since the death of Kobe Bryant, winning 129-113 at the Sacramento Kings.
The Lakers headed to Sacramento with purpose after losing their first game following Bryant’s passing – against the Portland Trail Blazers on Friday.
James’ 15 points, 11 assists and 10 rebounds combined with Anthony Davis’ 21 points to ensure the Lakers secured the win.
?? ??@RajonRondo and @KingJames with the identical dimes!
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— Los Angeles Lakers (@Lakers) February 2, 2020
The Golden State Warriors are hopeful Steph Curry will return from injury in a month, but they did not need him as they triumphed 131-112 at the Cleveland Cavaliers.
An impressive third quarter, in which the visitors outscored the Cavaliers 44-19, helped stop a 10-game streak of losing on the road.
Can’t get enough of this SLAM
Dunk of the night || @Kia pic.twitter.com/ikEB95HXvm
— Golden State Warriors (@warriors) February 2, 2020
In a Florida derby, the Miami Heat beat the Orlando Magic 102-89, the Brooklyn Nets lost 113-107 to the Washington Wizards and the Atlanta Hawks rallied late but fell 123-100 to the Dallas Mavericks courtesy of 27 points from Jalen Brunson.
And the San Antonio Spurs raced clear in the second half to overcome the Charlotte Hornets 114-90, while Portland followed up their victory against the Lakers with a 124-107 win over the Utah Jazz.
