The Los Angeles Lakers continued their dominance on Thursday, securing a thrilling 113-109 overtime victory against the New York Knicks at Crypto.com Arena. The win marked their eighth consecutive triumph and their 40th victory of the season, further solidifying their position as the No. 2 seed in the Western Conference.
Once again, it was the superstar duo of Luka Doncic and LeBron James leading the charge. The two combined for 63 points, 19 rebounds, and 20 assists, showcasing their growing chemistry and ability to take over games.
While Doncic and James were the driving force, the Lakers' bench played a crucial role in the victory, contributing 32 points-led by standout performances from Gabe Vincent and Dalton Knecht.
Vincent, in particular, delivered in the clutch, knocking down three crucial three-pointers in the fourth quarter. His late-game heroics helped the Lakers rally back and take a three-point lead with just over a minute remaining in regulation.
Following the game, James-who finished with 31 points, 12 rebounds, and eight assists-praised the team's depth and emphasized the importance of collective effort to winning games.
"There's no such thing as non-key players on this team. Everybody is key. Everybody who steps on the floor has a role," James said.
LeBron James: "There's no such thing as non-key players on this team. Everybody is key. Everybody who steps on the floor has a role" pic.twitter.com/8UDWZDA12D
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While Doncic and James continue to dominate, the Lakers' championship aspirations will likely hinge on consistent contributions from their supporting cast.
With a 40-21 record, the Lakers now turn their attention to their next challenge-a road matchup against the defending champion Boston Celtics on Saturday. The showdown at TD Garden will be their biggest test yet since acquiring Doncic last month.
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This story was originally published March 7, 2025 at 6:09 AM.