LeBron James Has First 20-20 Game in Lakers’ Game 4 Win Over Grizzlies

James’s presence is part of the reason it has been clear from the start of this series that the Lakers are no ordinary seventh seed. Their record didn’t reflect who they were once Anthony Davis and James were available, if not fully healthy. They also improved significantly after remaking their roster at the trade deadline.

Conversely, the Grizzlies came into the postseason hobbled. Their starting center, Steven Adams, has been out with a knee injury, and Brandon Clarke, another player who lent size to their lineup, has also been injured.

Memphis lost Game 1 at home. But, famous for their bluster, that early defeat did not humble them. One Grizzlies player, Dillon Brooks, went directly at James on the court and off it.

During Game 2, Brooks said James called him “dumb” for acquiring his fourth foul.

“I don’t care — he’s old, you know what I mean?” Brooks responded.

Article source: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/04/25/sports/basketball/lebron-james-20-20-lakers-grizzlies.html