- The 2024 NBA Cup is here, after last season’s in-season tournament was a huge success.
- The Lakers are 7-4 and have been playing great basketball with the ageless LeBron James.
- San Antonio improved to 6-6 following a tremendous 50-point game by Wembanyama.
The 2024 NBA Cup started this week. Some great games have already taken place. One of the best matchups will be the battle of past and future in this Lakers vs Spurs game. LeBron and Wemby face off in this clash.
Lakers Remain Fiercely Competitive.
On Wednesday, LeBron James became the oldest player in NBA history to post three consecutive triple-doubles at 39 years old. The previous record-holder was LeBron himself, five years ago at age 34. His timeless ability to dominate the league has helped the Lakers deal with Anthony Davis playing at 50%. After starting the year with his own record-setting results, Davis has been playing banged up over the last week and hasn’t been as lethal.
Spurs and Wemby are Rising in the Standings
Victor Wembanyama has been everything he was advertised to be through the first year and change of his career. He dropped 50 points on Wednesday against the Wizards, leading his team back to the .500 mark. The Spurs face a tough task in this game against the Lakers, but will be able to lean on their home-court advantage. Without Jeremy Sochan, who remains out with injury, Wemby will be asked to carry the scoring once again.
Lakers vs Spurs Prediction: LeBron Teaches Wemby a Lesson
This game will have everyone’s attention. The NBA’s best player over the past 20 years puts his timeless ability to the test in the NBA Cup against the player expected to dominate the league for the next 20 years. In this matchup, Anthony Davis’ health will be a key factor. Even if he’s banged up, the Lakers should have an advantage with a more complete lineup. Expect LeBron to lead his team to a well-fought victory on the road.
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