LeBron James continues to perform at the highest level. LeBron once again scores in the high 30s to help Lakers maintain their position in the play-in. However, the Lakers have once again failed as a team. LeBron hit 39 points with 9 rebounds and 5 assists.
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LeBron’s efforts were in vain. The New Orleans Pelicans overcame a 23 point deficit towards the end of the game to emerge victorious. They eventually won the game by 8 points, 116-108. Brandon Ingram grabbed the most points for the Pelicans, 26 while 4 others also scored in double digits.
This was not the first time that the Lakers had given away a commanding lead. They have been an inconsistent side all season. Either be it going down by 20 or so points in the first quarter itself or being unable to maintain a convincing lead. The Lakers have seen both kinds of lows multiple times this season. Other than the loss in a crucial game, LeBron’s injury is another worrisome take from the Pelicans game. However, the fans have different views about that one.
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Lakers fans ask more from injured ankle of LeBron James
LeBron twisted his ankle during the Pelicans game. Although he was able to shrug it off in the game, it does not look good. LeBron was able to continue even after stepping awkwardly, but later confirmed that it does not look good.
LeBron's concerning comments regarding his ankle injury suffered vs. Pelicans "It's horrible. ... I lost all explosiveness. ... A lot of my game was on the perimeter after that [ankle injury]." lakersdaily.com/lebron-james-o…
However, the fans weren’t having any of it. Some fans obviously were in support of LeBron’s case but some just called it an ‘excuse’.
And he’s still about to win the scoring title😭this dude is an undisputed GOAT😭
everybody was literally talking about it wym you wouldn’t have heard a peep😭😭
People saying “excuses” definitely have never suffered that injury
And people will say excuses lmfao
To be fair to LeBron, it was actually a nasty blow.
LeBron James went down after rolling his left ankle but he's up and will try to continue. 🙏
However, many fans look at it, and agree that it is difficult for LeBron. Especially when, even after scoring 39 points, the Lakers can not fashion a victory.
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Mar 27, 2022; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans guard Devonte’ Graham (4) knocks the ball from Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (6) in the second half at the Smoothie King Center. The Pelicans won, 116-108. Mandatory Credit: Chuck Cook-USA TODAY Sports
There are a lot of things wrong for the Lakers as of right now. They have slipped to the 10th seed one game behind Pelicans and just one game ahead of San Antonio Spurs.
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There might be a possibility of the Lakers slipping out of the play-in. They need to get their house in order because for a franchise like the Los Angeles Lakers, not being able to qualify for the play-in will be a big letdown.