After a historic day against the Sacramento Kings, LeBron James looks to get back to winning ways with the Los Angeles Lakers tonight against the Portland Trail Blazers, which also kicks off a new day in the NBA’s in-season tournament.
The striker will be hoping to shine again in the new season with a record in his favor against a five-man side that has dominated his successful career in the best teams in the world. King just became the second-oldest player in NBA history to record a triple-double.
James knows he has a responsibility to lead a Los Angeles team that’s off to a shaky start with six wins and six losses in the standings. The veteran recorded these impressive career numbers against the Trail Blazers.
These are the numbers for LeBron James vs. Portland
Since his rookie season in 2003, the 38-year-old star has had his finger on the pulse of the Oregon State franchise, recording a Averaged 28.9 points, 9.1 rebounds and 7.4 assists per game During his career, he played 40 games with the Trail Blazers.
This will be the second time this season the Lakers have faced the Portland quintet, but it will be James’ first as he was unavailable for last Sunday’s 116-110 win over the Californians.