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LeBron's Triple-Double Leads Lakers Past Wizards
With Luka Doncic suspended, James powers Los Angeles to 120-101 victory
Mar. 31, 2026 at 4:36am
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LeBron James recorded a triple-double with 21 points, 12 assists and 10 rebounds, leading the Los Angeles Lakers to a 120-101 win over the Washington Wizards. The victory came with Luka Doncic serving a one-game suspension, allowing an energized James to attack the rim early and guide the Lakers to their 12th win in the past 13 games.
Why it matters
The Lakers' win keeps them in the hunt for a playoff berth and the Pacific Division title, though they will have to wait a bit longer to clinch their fourth straight postseason appearance as the Phoenix Suns also won on Monday. James' historic performance ties him with Kareem Abdul-Jabbar for the most career wins in NBA history.
The details
James set the tone early, throwing down two emphatic dunks in the first quarter set up by teammate Austin Reaves, who added 19 points and 9 assists. The Lakers pulled away with a 38-13 run to close the first half, taking a 21-point lead into the locker room. The Wizards cut the deficit to 10 late in the third quarter, but James helped quell the comeback attempt to secure the victory.
- The game was played on Monday, March 31, 2026.
The players
LeBron James
A 23-year NBA veteran and four-time champion, James recorded his 125th career regular season triple-double, tying him with Kareem Abdul-Jabbar for the most wins in NBA history.
Austin Reaves
The second-year Lakers guard added 19 points and 9 assists to complement James' big night.
Luka Doncic
The Mavericks star was suspended for this game after receiving his 16th technical foul of the season.
Will Riley
The Wizards' leading scorer with 20 points in the losing effort.
Justin Champagnie
The Wizards forward chipped in 18 points off the bench.
What’s next
The Lakers will look to clinch a playoff berth and the Pacific Division title when they host the Cleveland Cavaliers on Tuesday. The Wizards will try to end their recent struggles when they host the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday.
The takeaway
LeBron James' historic performance, tying Kareem Abdul-Jabbar for the most career wins in NBA history, underscores his enduring greatness and ability to lead the Lakers even with key players like Luka Doncic sidelined. The win keeps Los Angeles firmly in the playoff picture, though they'll have to wait a bit longer to officially clinch their postseason spot.
