LeBron’s Historic Scoring Streak Ends, But the Win Says It All
So, here’s what happened tonight in Toronto — and it’s one of those moments where history takes a turn, but in the most LeBron James way possible. After 1,297 straight regular-season games scoring in double figures — a streak that has lasted since January 6, 2007 — LeBron finally had that run come to an end. He finished with just 8 points in the Lakers’ 123-120 win over the Raptors. Yes, the streak ended… but the way it ended probably tells you everything you need to know about LeBron as a player.
This wasn’t one of those situations where LeBron simply couldn't get going. It was more that the game demanded something different from him, and he leaned into it. On the final possession, with the score tied and the ball in his hands, everyone in the arena probably expected him to take the shot. He could’ve gone for the win and pushed the streak forward. But instead, he made the play he believed was right — he kicked it out to Rui Hachimura in the left corner.
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And sure enough, Rui hit the shot at the buzzer. Game over. Lakers win. LeBron immediately threw his hands in the air, celebrating like he’d been the one to bury the winner.
After the game, Hachimura even said LeBron had told him before the play that the ball was coming his way. That kind of trust and leadership explains a lot about how LeBron has lasted 23 seasons in the league — yes, season number 23, making him the first player ever to reach that mark. Even at this stage of his career, he’s still reading the game better than almost anyone.
Lakers coach JJ Redick made a point of saying that LeBron knew exactly how many points he had. The streak wasn’t lost on him. But he still made the same type of decision he’s been making for over two decades: the smartest basketball play available.
It’s wild to think that this was only his ninth single-digit scoring game ever . When you’ve set the scoring record, climbed to sixth all-time in three-pointers, and played longer than anyone before you, the expectations become almost surreal. But tonight showed that even without a scoring explosion, LeBron’s impact remains enormous.
So yes, the streak ended. But it ended on a pass — a winning pass — and honestly, that feels fitting for someone who has always defined himself as more than a scorer. The win mattered more. And LeBron made sure the Lakers got it.
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