James Closes in on Scoring Record, Lakers Rally Past Pacers

James Closes in on Scoring Record, Lakers Rally Past Pacers
LeBron James (6) of the Los Angeles Lakers attempts a shot while being guarded by Buddy Hield (24) of the Indiana Pacers in the fourth quarter at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis on Feb. 2, 2023.Dylan Buell/Getty Images
The Associated Press
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INDIANAPOLIS—LeBron James had 26 points, seven rebounds and seven assists and pulled within 63 points of becoming the NBA’s career scoring champ as the Los Angeles Lakers rallied to beat the Indiana Pacers 112–111 on Thursday night, Feb. 2.

James gave Los Angeles its first lead on a 3-pointer with 2:35 left in the game, and Anthony Davis’ 11-footer with 35.1 seconds left was the decisive basket. Davis finished with 31 points and 14 rebounds.