The Los Angeles Lakers remained unblemished to start the season after surviving the Sacramento Kings, 131-127, at Crypto.com Arena on Saturday. The Lakers fended off the Kings, who had a fiery comeback in the closing minutes of the fourth quarter, to improve to 3-0.
The last time they won their first three games was during the 2010-11 season. The superstar duo of LeBron James and Anthony Davis once again spearheaded the Purple and Gold. James had a triple-double of 32 points, 14 rebounds and 10 assists, while Davis tallied 31 points, nine rebounds, three steals and two blocks.
They also made timely baskets in the final period to stymie the Kings' fightback attempt. After the game, Davis credited their resilience in their first three assignments and gave a shoutout to his legendary running mate. Jonathan Hui-Imagn Images "Minnesota, Phoenix, Sac, it's a tough way to start, but we found ways to get it done," said the All-Star big man in a video posted by the NBA .
"LeBron Raymone James." Davis is off to an MVP-like start, averaging 34.0 points on 57.
1% shooting from the field, 11.0 rebounds, 3.3 assists, 1.
7 steals and 2.3 blocks per game. Before the season, new Lakers coach JJ Redick said he wanted to make the 31-year-old Davis the main hub of their offense.
So far, so good. In a report from ESPN's Dave McMenamin , James offered high praise for Davis. "I have the luxury of having a MVP-caliber player next to me," said the Lakers veteran.
"We encourage him, coaches encourage hi.