Playing in his second game in as many days, James tallied 40 points on Thursday night while adding eight rebounds, four assists, and leading the Lakers to a 110-102 win over the Portland Trail Blazers.
The victory brought his L.A. team to 33-21 on the season, and also left coach JJ Redick in awe.
“He really just defies anything that’s normal, and not just physical feats and plays‚ it’s the mentality,” the Lakers head coach explained after the game. “He is a billionaire, and he’s playing on the second night of a back-to-back at 40, after 22 years, with every frickin’ record and every accolade. And the kids will say that I’m glazing him. He’s one of the greatest competitors … [and] he’s amazing to coach. He brings it every single day. He sets the standard for how you’re supposed to approach this craft. And that, to me, is the most incredible thing.”
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