LeBron James, Lakers hit the jackpot with 133-89 win over Pelicans, advance to in-season tournament final
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LeBron James' legacy is cemented in the history books, but before he hangs up his sneakers he wants to add one more accolade to the collection: first-ever NBA in-season tournament champion. James had 30 points in just 23 minutes, and the Los Angeles Lakers routed the New Orleans Pelicans 133-89 to advance to the first in-season tournament final. The Lakers improved to a perfect 6-0 record during the tournament and eliminated Brandon Ingram, Zion Williamson, and the Pelicans in the inaugural December showcase. Twenty years ago, nobody could have foreseen...
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