LeBron James was at his electric best with his incredible reverse dunk being a testament to his gripping performance in Lakers vs Rockets
Despite being far from their best during their matchup with Houston Rockets, Los Angeles Lakers managed to up the ante when it mattered the most. And a large part of the side’s win was down to LeBron James with the player at his imperious best on the day.
The 95-85 win took the Lakers to 4-3 in the 2021 NBA season with the team for the first time this campaign recording more wins than defeats. The big three of Anthony Davis, Russell Westbrook and LeBron James all finished in double-digit scoring as James had 15 points with seven rebounds and eight assists, Davis added 16 points and 13 rebounds, and Westbrook had 20 points, eight rebounds and nine assists.
Los Angeles Lakers’ LeBron James Kills Houston Rockets With Filthy Reverse Dunk
While he was well aided by his counterparts, it was James who stole the show on the night. The bagpiper of the side’s attack, James once again made heads turn his way as he nearly ended Alperen Sengun with a spin move that sent Sengun stumbling back.
While he missed the shot subsequently, James pulled off a filthy nasty reverse dunk afterwards, one which was a testament to his sprawling expertise. He recorded a staggering speed of 17.9mph on the attack as well en route his exceptional dunk, a speed which showed how age is doing little to stop the Lakers man.
The speed.
The elevation.
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The Lakers will be taking on the Rockets once again at Staples Center on Tuesday. For the Rockets, the short turnaround time paired with their appalling shooting against the Lakers makes this showdown a testing affair.