12-05-2025, 02:43 PM
(12-05-2025, 08:22 AM)Chicagojk Wrote: Lebron's streak of scoring in double digits ends at 1,297 last night. I guess they don't count playoffs/finals though
He did assist on the game winning shot though.
LeBron has been a shadow of himself physically this season. Either it is his age or he is still recovering from injury and is not adequately prepared (or combination of everything). He is unable to beat anyone off the dribble (was already evident to an extent last season). With Luka and Reaves that is not a problem, really, as they can generate him that half of step advantage towards his defender he needs and where he is still effective. Problem is on defense. He has been really bad last two games. Extremely slow to get back, for example. When he does get back, he can hold his own, but is not a defensive disruptor a team build around Luka and Reaves would need.
He can pass (move the ball) though. This part of his game is very good. His decision to pass to Rui for that final shot was absolutely correct, as Rui is one of the most reliable catch and shoot players in the league.