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Feb 7, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (6) speaks after breaking the record for all-time scoring in the NBA during the third quarter against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (6) speaks after breaking the record for all-time scoring in the NBA during the third quarter against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports
The Orlando Magic dominated the Los Angeles Lakers to improve their season record to 4-2. The young Magic squad started the game hot and continued their impressive performance throughout the game. Paolo Banchero and Co. took a 16-point lead in the first half, and the Lakers could not get themselves out of that hole. That was a statement win for the Magic as they suffered a heartbreaking loss the last time they faced LeBron James and Co.
Many players from the Magic squad stepped up their game to get a win over the Lakers. Orlando?s 19-year-old rookie had a breakout performance against King James and could not help himself from gushing over the 4-time champion.
Orlando Rookie bows down to King James
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Orlando?s 19-year-old rookie Anthony Black got the first start of his NBA career against the LA Lakers. He answered in the biggest moment of his career and had a breakout performance, scoring 11 points, 4 rebounds, and 2 assists to help his team get a win over King James. After his impressive outing, Black talked about sharing the court with 4-time Champion LeBron James. ?He is probably the best player ever. That?s what I would say?, the 19-year-old said, gushing over King James.
Brian Hill and @DanteMagic caught up with @OrlandoMagic rookie Anthony Black, who recorded his first @NBA start in tonight’s win over the Lakers. ? pic.twitter.com/zWAMy8OV0d
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It is crazy to think that LeBron has been in the league since before Anthony Black was born. Black has seen King James dominate the league since his childhood, and the rookie considers King James the GOAT over Michael Jordan. LeBron had an impressive performance tonight against the Magic as well. The King had 24 points, 9 rebounds, and 5 assists in the loss.
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Anthony Black and the Orlando Magic have a bright future
The Orlando Magic?s early season performance has shown that they have a bright future ahead. The young squad has won four of their first six games and has beaten some of the best teams in the league. Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner had a great game against the Lakers, scoring 25 and 26 points, respectively. Anthony Black also played a great game and proved that he belongs in the league. He made 2 three-pointers and had some crucial steals for the Magic.
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The 19-year-old also unknowingly broke a record as he became the first rookie since 1996 to start his career with a perfect 10 for 10 shooting. Anthony Black is a great fit on the young Magic squad, and he can be a key contributor going forward. After his impressive performance against King James, he might have booked a permanent spot in Orlando?s starting line-up.
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