TORONTO (AP) — LeBron James knew his record streak of double-digit scoring efforts was in jeopardy. And in the moment, he didn’t care.
The right play was to pass the ball — so he did. And with that, his streak ended.
James’ run of 1,297 consecutive double-digit regular-season scoring efforts ended Thursday night, when the NBA’s career points leader was held to eight points in the Los Angeles Lakers’ 123-120 win over the Toronto Raptors. He had the game-winning assist, setting up Rui Hachimura’s 3-pointer as time expired.
Afterward, he was asked what thoughts he had about the streak ending.
“None,” James said. “We won.”
James could have tried to win the game — and extend the streak — on the final possession, but he instead passed to Hachimura in the left corner. Hachimura connected

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