With Anthony Davis out, LeBron James knew he would have to step up in the Los Angeles Lakers’ contest against the Portland Trail Blazers. James finished with 38 points and eight assists, but what was less expected was the contribution of Max Christie.
The third-year guard finished with a career-high 28 points to go along with three rebounds, two assists, two steals and one block in the Lakers’ eight point win. It was undoubtedly the high point for Christie after a slow start to the season and LeBron believes it is a product of the work he is putting in.