After the LeBron Lakers era got off to an emphatic start Thursday night, L.A.’s defense couldn’t contain the Trail Blazers’ dynamic backcourt duo, as Damian Lillard and CJ McCollum spoiled James’ purple-and-gold premiere to lead Portland to a 128-119 victory at the Moda Center.
LeBron finished with 26 points, 12 rebounds and 6 assists. He had some monstrous dunks, and overall, the feeling was LeBron’s debut was
LeBron James (26 PTS, 12 REB, 6 AST) fills it up in his @Lakers debut. #LakeShow #KiaTipOff18 pic.twitter.com/vETGfLaUDZ
— NBA (@NBA) October 19, 2018
He’s also one hell of a teammate.
Love this from LeBron‼️
"Anytime y'all fall, stay down. Your brother'll come pick you up." @KingJames pic.twitter.com/lCzBEwLiRH
— Jaycob Ammerman (@Jammer2233) October 19, 2018
For now. We’ll see how long his patience lasts if the young pups don’t follow his lead.
