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James scores 56 points, Lakers beat Warriors to end skid

Associated Press

Los Angeles — LeBron James scored a season-high 56 points and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Golden State Warriors 124-116 on Saturday night to snap a four-game losing streak.

James had his third-most points in a regular season game, finishing with at least 50 for the 13th time. He had a career-best 61 for Miami against Charlotte in 2014.

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (6) reacts after shooting a 3-pointer. Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford and his wife, Kelly Stafford, are at left.

James was 19 of 31 from the field, shaking off a blow to his right elbow in the first half.