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LeBron James stunned the opposing crowd with his clutch shot to force overtime during Game 3 of the Los Angeles Lakers’ clash with the Houston Rockets on Friday night.
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James has been embracing huge responsibilities as the Lakers ’ current top star with Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves on the sidelines due to injury. He has performed remarkably well to gift Los Angeles a 2-0 series lead, but knows that the team must keep controlling the momentum.
Going into Game 3, Los Angeles knew it was going to be difficult to win in enemy territory. Houston even led in the final minute of regulation as was on pace to win it.
However, James had other plans in mind. He forced a turnover on Rockets guard Reed Sheppard and made a remarkable 3-pointer to allow Los Angeles the chance to go into overtime against Houston.
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LeBron James and the Lakers took full advantage of the Rockets’ fatal lapses. They continued to make big plays throughout the overtime period to come out of Game 3 with the 112-108 victory on the road.
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Shot accuracy and ball movement made the difference in this matchup. The Lakers prevailed in both categories as they made 48% of their total shots, including 41% from downtown, and created 28 assists. It wasn’t the same for the Rockets as they only converted 41% of their total chances, including 28% from deep, and dished out 21 assists.
Five players scored in double-digits for Los Angeles in the win, including James. He finished with a stat line of 29 points, 13 rebounds, six assists, three steals, and a block. He shot 10-of-22 from the field, including 4-of-9 from beyond the arc, and 5-of-6 from the free-throw line. Rui Hachimura came next with 22 points and four rebounds, Marcus Smart had 21 points and 10 assists, Luke Kennard put up 14 points and six assists, while Jaxson Hayes provided 12 points and four rebounds.
The Lakers will look to complete the sweep when they face the Rockets in Game 4. The game will commence on April 26 at 9:30 p.m. ET.
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