LeBron James makes history as Lakers beat Raptors

The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Toronto Raptors 123-103 with LeBron James recording his second consecutive triple-double and Anthony Davis scoring 22 points before exiting due to an eye injury in the third quarter.

With 5:16 remaining in the third quarter, Davis blocked a dunk attempt from the Toronto center and was struck in the face by Jakob Poeltl's off-hand.

After going to the locker room, the nine-time All-Star, who started the game with the most points in the NBA, was declared out.

James had his third triple-double of the season and the 115th of his 22-year career, James finished with 19 points, a season-high 16 assists, and 10 rebounds.

In addition to defeating Toronto for the second time in nine days, the Lakers improved to 5-0 at home thanks to 27 points from Austin Reaves.

The Raptors, who have lost eight of nine games and four in a row, had 18 points apiece from Chris Boucher and RJ Barrett.

Immanuel Quickley, who missed eight straight games due to a pelvic bruise, scored 12 points and played back-to-back games in Los Angeles.

Poeltl played effectively against Davis on both ends and finished with 14 points and 10 rebounds.

The Lakers For the first time in four seasons after 10 games Lakers have a winning record at 6-4.

Since his 37th birthday in December 2021, James has recorded 13 triple-doubles.

On Wednesday, the Lakers will host Memphis while the Raptors visit Milwaukee on Tuesday to wrap up their five-game trip.