Season's first triple-double! LeBron James records 28 points, 10 rebounds, and 12 assists as the Lakers easily defeat the Mavericks, handing them their ninth consecutive loss.

On February 13th Beijing time, in an NBA regular season game, the Lakers defeated the Mavericks 124-104, extending the Mavericks' losing streak to nine games. LeBron James contributed 28 points, 10 rebounds, and 12 assists, marking his first triple-double this season.

Statistical Summary

Lakers: LeBron James 28 points, 10 rebounds, 12 assists; Hayes 16 points, 7 rebounds, 4 assists, 3 steals; Reeves 18 points, 4 rebounds, 6 assists; Hachimura 21 points, 3 rebounds.

Mavericks: Christie 19 points, 4 assists; Marshall 19 points, 2 rebounds, 4 assists, 2 steals; Washington 18 points, 4 rebounds, 2 assists; Williams 17 points, 5 rebounds, 7 assists.

Game Progression

LeBron James showcased outstanding form early on, scoring with a jump shot, then assisting Hayes on a fast-break dunk. He followed by hitting consecutive three-pointers, leading the Lakers to a 14-4 run. The Mavericks quickly responded with Washington and Middleton hitting threes, sparking a 10-0 run to tie the game. Both teams traded baskets in the following stretch. At the end of the quarter, LeBron led a 6-0 run, giving the Lakers a 5-point lead after the first period. In the second quarter, the Mavericks scored the first 5 points to tie again. Then Hayes and Reeves hit shots in succession, fueling a Lakers scoring run that extended their lead to 13 points. Late in the quarter, the Lakers' offense stalled, allowing the Mavericks to capitalize with inside drives and outside shooting, closing the gap. At halftime, the Lakers led narrowly 64-63. LeBron had already amassed 18 points, 4 rebounds, and 8 assists by the break.

After halftime, LeBron took charge of the Lakers’ offense, scoring frequently and assisting teammates. When LeBron assisted Smart on a three-pointer, the Lakers led by 6. The Mavericks launched a new counterattack; Christie scored a fadeaway jumper over Vanderbilt to make it 80-86. Suddenly, the Mavericks' shooting cooled off, and the Lakers seized the moment with consecutive three-pointers, sparking an 8-0 run that pushed the lead to 14. Towards the end of the quarter, both teams exchanged points. After three quarters, the Lakers were ahead 96-82. In the final period, the Lakers opened with a scoring spurt to widen the gap to 18 points. The Mavericks fought back to narrow the margin, but the Lakers responded with another scoring run, including a three-pointer from Reeves making it 110-94. In the closing moments, the Mavericks launched a final push, but the Lakers held firm to secure the victory, extending the Mavericks’ losing streak to nine games.

Starting Lineups

Lakers: LeBron James, Hayes, Smart, LaRavia, Hachimura

Mavericks: Christie, Marshall, Gafford, Williams, Washington