LeBron James owned the moment, and in the end, the Houston Rockets
The New York Times • • sports
Key Points:
- LeBron James led the Los Angeles Lakers to a decisive 98-78 victory over the Houston Rockets in Game 6, scoring a team-high 28 points and demonstrating leadership despite being 41 years old.
- The Lakers overcame significant adversity, including injuries to key players like Austin Reaves and Luka Dončić, with James stepping up to orchestrate the offense and inspire his teammates.
- Defensive contributions from offseason additions Deandre Ayton and Marcus Smart helped hold the Rockets to just 78 points, marking a rare defensive achievement since 2020.
- James emphasized living in the moment and celebrating small victories, reflecting on his long career and the importance of gratitude and focus in high-pressure situations.
- Teammates and coaches praised James’ leadership and career achievements, with assistant coach JJ Redick calling him possibly the greatest NBA player of all time and highlighting his ability to set the tone for the team.
