Active Record! James ties for first in total appearances, Doncic hits 60 points for dual milestones, Lakers defeat Heat.

On March 20, Beijing time, in the 25-26 NBA regular season, the Lakers defeated the Heat 134-126 to secure an 8-game winning streak. In this game, LeBron James reached 1611 career appearances, tying Robert Parish for first place on the all-time total appearances list, which is also the current active record. Doncic hit 9 three-pointers in this game, bringing his season total to 232, surpassing Russell (226 three-pointers) to become the Lakers' single-season three-point king. Doncic also scored 60 points, setting a new single-game scoring record for his Lakers career.

Technical Statistics

Lakers: Doncic 60 points, 7 rebounds, 3 assists, 5 steals; James 19 points, 15 rebounds, 10 assists; Reaves 18 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists; Smart 13 points, 4 assists.

Heat: Herro 21 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists; Adebayo 28 points, 10 rebounds; Powell 20 points, 3 assists; Mitchell 16 points, 3 rebounds, 6 assists.

Game Process

The Heat were the team that entered the game state earlier, with Adebayo, Mitchell, and Fontecchio hitting shots in succession, allowing the Heat to unleash a 9-0 run. Doncic immediately responded with consecutive three-pointers to help the Lakers chase the score, narrowing the gap to 4 points. Towards the end of the quarter, the Lakers' shooting cooled off, while the Heat saw Yakunonis hit a three-pointer and Weir repeatedly scored by attacking the basket, leading the Heat to another scoring surge that widened the lead again. At the end of the first quarter, the Heat led the Lakers 42-29. Entering the second quarter, James started the period scoring inside and outside, and Doncic also hit a three-pointer, allowing the Lakers to successfully close the gap. In the following period, both teams scored through jump shots, fast breaks, and free throws. The Lakers attempted to launch another counterattack, but the Heat hit consecutive three-pointers to stabilize the situation on the court. At halftime, the Heat led 65-59 over the Lakers, with Doncic scoring 21 points and James scoring 11 points.

After switching sides in the third quarter, the Lakers率先 launched a scoring surge. When Doncic isolated Adebayo and hit a three-pointer, the Lakers took a 1-point lead. The Heat regained their form and countered with jump shots and driving layups. In the following period, the Lakers launched another offensive wave. Doncic continued to score through jump shots and free throws, while James, Reaves, and Hayes also hit shots in succession, allowing the Lakers to unleash another scoring surge. At the end of the third quarter, the Lakers led the Heat 97-88. In the fourth quarter, both teams scored through free throws, fast breaks, and alternating exchanges. When Doncic made 2 free throws, the Lakers led 108-100. Subsequently, the Heat counterattacked fiercely to chase the score, but Doncic repeatedly scored to help the Lakers stabilize the situation. Ultimately, the Lakers defeated the Heat to secure an 8-game winning streak.

Starting Lineups

Lakers: Doncic, James, Reaves, Ayton, Smart.

Heat: Herro, Adebayo, Fontecchio, Mitchell, Lasun.