LeBron James, Lakers hit the jackpot with 133-89 win over Pelicans, advance to in-season tournament final
Posted on AllSides December 7th, 2023
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...