LeBron James becomes first Laker with 20-20 game since Shaq / News - Basketnews.com

LeBron James finished with 22 points and 20 rebounds, becoming the first Laker since Shaquille O'Neal in 2004 to record the 20-20 game.

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LeBron James led the Los Angeles Lakers to a crucial win against the Memphis Grizzlies, putting his name in the history books once again.

Player of the Game EFF 35 LeBron James Points 22 Accuracy 8-18 Rebounds 20 Assists 7

In a 117-111 win, LeBron finished the game with 22 points (7/11 2PT, 1/7 3PT, 5/7 FT), 20 rebounds, 7 assists, 2 blocks, and 1 turnover.

For James, it was his first 20-20 game in his career. LeBron also became the first Lakers player to record a 20-20 game since Shaquille O'Neal in 2004.

Overall, only five Lakers players had a 20-20 game: Wilt Chamberlain, Shaquille O'Neal, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Elgin Baylor, and LeBron James.

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