LeBron James had his best game of the season Monday night, putting up an impressive triple-double to lead the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 118-111 win over the New Orleans Pelicans.
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LeBron James has said repeatedly that this season is gong to be a process when it comes to building chemistry with his new Cleveland Cavaliers teammates. Against an impressive New Orleans Pelicans squad coming off a big win against the San Antonio Spurs, the Cavs offense seemed to figure things out in their 118-111 win Monday.
Especially LeBron, who dropped 32 points, 12 rebounds and 10 assists. And this dunk.
Lebron splits the defense,finishes with monster dunk https://t.co/RsObmHufuX
— Gifdsports (@gifdsports) November 11, 2014
Kyrie Irving also had 32 points and… wait for it… nine assists! Kevin Love put up 22 on 6-of-9 from three-point range.
It’s the first triple-double for LeBron since returning to Cleveland. While in Miami, he grew into a better all-around player and he’s taking those lessons back home. The Cavs offense was in high-gear, especially in the second half when they scored 67 points.
The Cavs defense is still a concern, however. It took a 67-point second half to squeeze out a seven-point win.
They gave up 32 points to Ryan Anderson, who drained eight of his 12 three-pointers. Anthony Davis, quickly becoming one of the three-or-four best players in the NBA, had 27 points, 14 rebounds, four steals and three blocks. Even though the Pelicans lost, they can hang their hat on a good overall performance.
Davis is forcing his name into the MVP conversation, but LeBron is still the king. It’s certainly a debate worth watching for the rest of the season.
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