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In Game 4 of the first-round playoff series between the Los Angeles Lakers and Memphis Grizzlies, LeBron James once again put on an incredible display. King James’ game-tying basket with just 0.8 seconds left in regulation time forced overtime. The Lakers won 117-111 in overtime thanks to his four critical points, giving them a commanding 3-1 series lead. In the midst of their remarkable victory, LeBron James also achieved a new record, one that he too found surprising.

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LeBron, however, wasn’t the only Lakers player to stand out in this exciting game. Austin Reaves demonstrated his ability to perform under duress by scoring a career-high 23 points. Despite having trouble scoring, Anthony Davis also delivered five significant points in overtime to help the Lakers secure the victory.

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The Lakers’ tenacity and defense prove decisive in the victory over Grizzlies

The Lakers also faced some difficulties during the game. With only five minutes remaining in regulation, they were down by seven points. However, the Los Angeles side swiftly gained momentum thanks to a surge that was sparked by D’Angelo Russell’s three straight 3-pointers. From that point on, they never fell behind in the extra period, displaying their tenacity and will to win.

On the other side, the Grizzlies battled valiantly, led by Desmond Bane’s remarkable 36 points and tie-breaking layup in the final seconds of regulation to give his team a chance to win. The Lakers’ defense, inspired by Anthony Davis’ important block of Ja Morant’s jump shot at the end of regulation, proved to be too much for the Grizzlies to overcome. Ja Morant also made a scary drive at James, which had fans concerned.?

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In a post-game interview, James expressed surprise at his own performance. He said he was not aware that he had achieved a career-high 20 rebounds in the game. James spoke to reporters and admitted that he was surprised by his own performance. “When my teammates told me I had 20 and 20, I had no idea that I had 20 and 20,” he said. “First time I’ve done it in my career, I have done pretty cool things in my career, I never had 20 and 20 before, so that was pretty cool I guess.

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Fans react to LeBron James’ impressive playoff record-breaking performance

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After the Lakers won Game 4, supporters complimented their effort on social media. Many people hailed King James’ heroics at the game’s most vital moments, Reaves’ breakout performance, and Davis’ superb defense as being essential to the victory.?

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While some fans called James the greatest of all time, others used humor to support their statement.

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With the win, the Lakers are now just one win away from moving on to the next round. But they will need to maintain their composure and keep playing at their best since the Grizzlies will likely put up a valiant effort to save their season.

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Nivedita Dubey is an NBA writer at EssentiallySports who is deeply invested in the strategic intricacies of basketball. She has been following the NBA since her early teens and is always up-to-date with the latest news and updates in the league. Nivedita's ability to provide insightful analysis and predictions for upcoming games is commendable, and she has covered various events including All-Star Games and NCAA matches. Over the course of her three-year career, Nivedita has become a specialist in covering the NBA, demonstrating her expertise in the league's structure and players. Her admiration for LeBron James and the Golden State Warriors is a testament to her deep knowledge and passion for the sport. Apart from her love for basketball, Nivedita has a keen interest in interior designing and sketching.

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