LeBron James was dominant on both ends and led the Los Angeles Lakers to a big victory over the Portland Trail Blazers in Game 3 (116-108).
The “King” flirted with the triple-double with 38 points (11/18 shooting), 12 rebounds and eight assists, while Anthony Davis added 29 points (11/18 shooting), 11 boards and eight assists for the winners.
On the other hand, the duo of Damian Lillard (34 points) and CJ McCollum (28 points) combined for 62 points for Portland, while Carmelo Anthony added 20 (13 of them in the third quarter).
Even though the Blazers were in front by four at halftime (53-57), the Lakers outscored their opponents 63-51 in the second half and sealed the deal.
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Los Angeles leads the series 2-1, with Game 4 taking place on Monday.
The King (38 PTS, 12 REB & 8 AST) balled out! ?
LA takes game 3. pic.twitter.com/WxytEyknkI
— NBA TV (@NBATV) August 23, 2020
Lakers beat Portland 116-108 to take a 2-1 series lead
James: 38 PTS, 12 REB, 8 AST, 11-18 FG, 4-8 3 PT
Davis: 29 PTS, 11 REB, 8 AST, 3 BLK, 11-18 FG pic.twitter.com/rnULxapMu6
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) August 23, 2020
