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The Los Angeles Lakers might not have a good start to their season. But it looks like they are picking up the pace gradually. They were 0-5? after the loss against the Minnesota Timberwolves last week. But the Lakers look like they are back on track with a win against the Denver Nuggets and now against the New Orleans Pelicans. Superstar LeBron James had a decent game against the Pelicans as well. However, during the game, King James was outplayed by All-Star Zion Williamson a few times when they matched up.

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LeBron James displayed a match-winning performance leading his team to victory in the overtime period. He almost had a triple-double as he finished the game with 20 points, 8 assists, and 10 rebounds.

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Zion finished the game with 27 points, 7 assists, and 5 rebounds in 37 minutes. Williamson was definitely the best player on the team and fought until the last minute of the game.

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Fans react to Zion Williamson outplaying LeBron James

Zion Williamson is one of the most promising young stars in the league. He is one of the most dominant players in the league when he is fit. And he proved that by showcasing a memorable performance in the game against the Lakers despite losing the game in overtime.

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The fans loved his performance against the four-time NBA champion. Some felt Zion dominated James when they faced each other. Also, many fans saw this as a “passing the torch” moment between LeBron James and Williamson. Here are some reactions:

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Despite the loss, the fans loved the performance of Williamson. Many believe Zion could be the successor of James. Like James, Zion Williamson was a national sensation during high school. He finished his high school career as one of the most accomplished players in South Carolina history.

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Williamson declared for the 2019 Draft after an electrifying season with Duke University. Like James, Zion was the #1 pick. The New Orleans Pelicans selected him as the #1 pick. The Pelicans fans were excited about their new draft pick. So far, he has impressed whenever he is healthy. However, his injury record is a bit of a concern.

One major difference between the two is Zion’s injury record because James rarely missed games to injury early in his career. If Zion can be as healthy as James has been, it looks like there is no stopping him.

What are your thoughts? Do you think Zion Williamson could be the successor to LeBron James?

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Ayush Roy is an NBA writer at EssentiallySports, with a keen interest in trades and matchups. He has contributed over 500 articles to date, showcasing his expertise in the field. Ayush's favorite activity, apart from writing about teams in the NBA, is diving deep into the economics of the popular league. His unique approach to combining financial aspects with core-sport stories is a testament to his creativity and analytical skills. Ayush draws inspiration from analyses by famous commentators, observing each season's dynamics, and incorporating a financial perspective into his work. His writing is characterized by transparency and credibility, evident in his pieces about the re-purchase of the Philadelphia 76ers amidst an NBA lockout in 2011 and how the Nike-Air Jordans deal remodeled apparel endorsements by basketballers. Ayush shares a fascination for many other sports, but his love for basketball remains unparalleled. He is also a music-lover and spends his time honing his skills on the guitar when he is not sweating it out at the gym.

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