'%20x='0'%20y='0'%20height='100%25'%20width='100%25'%20%0A%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20xlink%3Ahref='data:image/jpg;base64,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'%3E%3C/image%3E%3C/svg%3E)
LeBron James has been one of the most consistent players this season for the LA Lakers. Despite his team's struggles, the King has stayed focused on the task at hand, and has put up staggering numbers.
He started the season with spells on the sidelines, but since finding regular playing time, the 37-year-old has been unstoppable.
In the 36 games he has played this season, James has averaged 29.1 PPG on 52.2% shooting from the field.
Recently, the kid from Akron has been on a sensational run, scoring at least 25 points in 18 consecutive games. He has scored 30 + points in 22 games this campaign.
These numbers are a testimony to James' offensive brilliance, which he has showcased this season. The Lakers star is only second behind Kevin Durant in terms of scoring average, but could take over first place as Durant is currently ruled out due to injury.
Although James has contributed in all departments, let's have a look at the five best scoring performances of LeBron James in the 2021-22 season:
#5 LA Lakers vs San Antonio Spurs - 36 points
The LA Lakers have had many embarrassing defeats this season. One of them was against the San Antonio Spurs, where they were handed a 138-110 loss by the young Spurs team.
With all his teammates other than Russell Westbrook underperforming, James produced his best on the night. He scored 36 points and went 15-26 from the field. Westbrook added 30 points. However, that went in vain, as the Spurs handed the Purple and Gold a blowout loss.
#2 LA Lakers vs Memphis Grizzlies - 37 points
Despite LeBron James' terrific performance, the Lakers have dropped 24 games so far. In one such game against the Memphis Grizzlies, he scored 37 points on 52% shooting from the field.
He also looked great from beyond the arc, shooting 8-14 from the range, a career-high for him. The Lakers star also contributed 13 rebounds and seven assists.
However, another poor second-half performance from the team meant James' staggering exploits went in vain as the Grizzlies took a 104-99 win on the night.
#3 LA Lakers vs Indiana Pacers - 39 points
LeBron James had a long stretch where he could not stop scoring 30 points in a game. It all started in the clash against the Indiana Pacers, where he scored 39 points on 44.8% shooting from the field.
King James came into the game after being suspended for a match because of his scuffle with the Detroit Pistons' Isaiah Stewart. The Pacers forced the game into overtime. However, James made a few challenging shots to help the Purple and Gold get a 124-116 win on the night.
#2 LA Lakers vs Brooklyn Nets - 39 points
The LA Lakers and the Brooklyn Nets faced off against each other on Christmas Day. Both teams were at full strength, so it was all set to be a thriller.
LeBron James scored 39 points in the game. However, his efforts were not enough as the Nets edged past the Purple and Gold to grab a 122-115 win on the night. The four-time NBA champion looked in great offensive flow, as he scored at 56% efficiency. However, his team's lack of defensive stability cost them the game.
#1 LA Lakers vs Portland Trail Blazers - 43 points
LeBron James was in sensational form throughout the month of December. He averaged 30.7 PPG, 9.3 RPG and 6.5 APG in 14 appearances.
However, his performance against the Portland Trail Blazers on New Year's Eve was a special one. The 37-year-old dominated the game, scoring 43 points in just 29 minutes of action.
LeBron James shot the ball 16-26 from the field, and also drained five shots from beyond the arc to give the Purple and Gold a blowout win over the Trail Blazers.
