CLEVELAND — Lakers teammates and coaches clapped. Instead of acknowledging the Cleveland crowd showering the Lakers star with applause after a video tribute on Monday, James lifted his jersey over his face. They made seven of 11 3-pointers in the third quarter and outscored the Lakers by 20 in the frame. The TV outside the visitor’s locker room cycled through photos of Lakers players and staff members who have history in Cleveland. Bronny James, who was born in Cleveland while his father played for the Cavaliers, was welcomed with a photo of him sitting on stage during the Cavaliers’ championship celebration in 2016.

Source: Los Angeles Times January 29, 2026 03:15 UTC