LeBron James says 10-point streak ended in “perfect” fashion
The The Los Angeles Lakers entered Scotiabank Arena demanding composureand the king delivered him. LeBron James’ historic 10-point streak — legendary streak of 1,297 games that began on January 6, 2007 — finally finished against the Toronto Raptorsbut the moment for the Lakers was more decisive than disappointing. The finish went to Rui Hachimurawhose game-winner reshaped the night and moved the spotlight.
LeBron James accepted the shift without hesitation. “This is the best way. If it had to end, the perfect end to the streak is tonight,” the Lakers star told The Athletic. “It’s literally who I am. It’s me. … It’s always been about, ‘How do I win the game? How do I play the right game and win the game?’ That streak just happened.”
He did not chase points and did not force the rhythm. He read the floor, trusted the coverage and made the pass that mattered most. The Raptors loaded the paint, stopped his drives and dared the Lakers to win over someone else. LeBron accepted the terms. Hachimura answered them. The moment was calm, almost cinematic — the veteran star picked the right play, the young forward knocked down a shot that closed it out.
A Lakers win that spoke volumes for more than just the box score
Afterward, the Lakers’ tone in the locker room was light. Instead of looking at a streak ending as a loss, the team looked at the win as evidence of growth. In many ways, the Lakers now want to close games: with confidence, movement and an understanding that yes LeBron’s impact is not only measured in points, but also in decisions that tilt the court.
Moreover, that truth echoed through his words. That streak was never a mission for LeBron James. The victory was, and still is. So if the Lakers react like this on a night when history resets, how high can they go when everything clicks at once?
2025-12-05 17:27:00
