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Lakers' LeBron James Assigns Blame for Final Play in Loss to Magic

Lakers' LeBron James Assigns Blame for Final Play in Loss to Magic

Summary

The Los Angeles Lakers lost to the Orlando Magic 110-109. LeBron James took the final shot but later suggested Luka Doncic had a better opportunity to win the game.

Key Facts

  • The Lakers lost to the Orlando Magic by one point, 110-109.
  • LeBron James attempted the final shot and missed a potential game-winning three-pointer.
  • LeBron believed Luka Doncic had a better chance to take the final shot.
  • Luka Doncic scored 22 points, with 15 assists and nine rebounds.
  • LeBron James scored 21 points, with six rebounds and four assists.
  • Lakers player Deandre Ayton contributed 21 points and 13 rebounds.
  • The result marked the Lakers' second consecutive loss.
  • Orlando's Paolo Banchero scored 36 points and had 10 rebounds.

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