Celebrity Kim Kardashian was spotted with her son Saint at the Los Angeles Lakers vs. Phoenix Suns NBA game. The outing coincided with Saint’s 8th birthday, and the mother-son duo passionately supported the Lakers.
Saint, the eldest son of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West, paid tribute to Lakers icon LeBron James by wearing a No. 23 jersey. Several well-known figures, including Floyd Mayweather and LeBron James’ son Bronny, also attended the game.
LeBron James greeting Saint West 🏀 pic.twitter.com/uDs4xiragL
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Following the game James was seen greeting Saint on the courtside. Also, Kim Kardashian shared a touching post on social media, comparing her younger self and Saint, calling him her ‘twin.’
LeBron James leads Lakers to In-Season Tournament semifinals with a 106-103 victory over Suns
LeBron James led the Los Angeles Lakers to win against the Phoenix Suns, securing a place in the semifinals of the inaugural NBA In-Season Tournament. The Lakers won with a close score of 106-103.
James played an important role by scoring 31 points with an impressive 15 points in the fourth quarter alone. LeBron’s performance was helped by Anthony Davis, who scored 27 points and 15 rebounds, and Austin Reaves, who added 20 points.
LEBRON JAMES TONIGHT:
31 POINTS
11 ASSISTS
8 REBOUNDS
5 STEALS pic.twitter.com/ER3MY27ufU— Hoop Central (@TheHoopCentral) December 6, 2023
“The In-Season Tournament is what it is, and we have an opportunity to play on a big stage, be on national television, represent our families, our communities, where we come from.” James stated.
The Lakers’ win was largely due to James’ strategic play and determination, they now gear up for the upcoming matchup against New Orleans in Las Vegas. The East semifinal will feature Milwaukee facing off against Indiana. James, sharing his views on the tournament, highlighted the competitive spirit and the importance of representing their families and communities on such a big stage.
LeBron James makes history against the Suns
LeBron James’ performance against the Phoenix Suns also created a historical moment in his successful career. He became the first Lakers player since Kobe Bryant in 2004 to get 20 points, 10 assists, and 5 steals in a game. James also set a new record as the oldest player to record 5 steals in a game since the statistic became official in the 1973-74 season.
LeBron James is the first #Lakers player with 20 points, 10 assists, and 5 steals in a game since Kobe Bryant against the Clippers in Nov. 2004, per @ESPNStatsInfo.
LeBron also becomes the oldest player with 5 steals in a game since the stat became official in 1973-74.
— Anthony Gharib (@GharibSports) December 6, 2023
James finished the game with an outstanding 31 points, 11 assists, eight rebounds, and five steals, showing his extraordinary talent and versatility on the court. The Lakers’ win over the Suns has advanced them to the Semifinals of the NBA In-Season Tournament in Las Vegas, maintaining their unbeaten (3-0) record against Phoenix this season.