LeBron James delivered a jaw-dropping performance on Saturday as his Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Houston Rockets 107-97. One particular moment that left fans in awe was when he pulled off a spectacular 360-degree layup, leaving defenders in disbelief. Despite losing the ball shortly after, the crowd erupted in applause and excitement.
LeBron himself acknowledged the impressive play, saying, "I heard the fans telling me I did it. Then, my teammates let me rewatch the game on the jumbotron while they continued to celebrate, even during the break caused by a technical issue."
The in-stadium celebration was echoed on social media, with fans praising James's talent and skill. Some even went as far as to call him an "artist," while others described him as "unreal" or "crazy." By Sunday morning, the moment had garnered over 1.2 million views on the NBA's X account (formerly Twitter).
Even after nearly 20 seasons in the NBA, LeBron James remains an iconic figure on the court. His presence and contributions continue to shift game dynamics and generate intriguing headlines.
"That's what we expect from him," said Lakers coach Davon Harris after the game. "But what's even more impressive is the milestones he keeps reaching in his career. He seems to be breaking through barriers every day."
LeBron contributed 16 points and 7 assists in the victory, while teammate Anthony Davis added 27 points and 14 rebounds. However, the festivities were briefly dampened when Christian Wood was given a technical foul for his enthusiasm from the bench.
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