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LeBron James crowns himself King after sparking Lakers’ late surge in win over 76ers

He still sits on his throne.

The Lakers superstar scored 10 consecutive points late in the fourth quarter to seal a 112-108 win over the Philadelphia 76ers on Sunday, helping the Lakers (17-6) nab two wins out of their difficult three-game road trip.

Lakers star LeBron James dunks in front of Philadelphia 76ers' Joel Embiid, left, during the first half Sunday.
Lakers star LeBron James dunks in front of Philadelphia 76ers’ Joel Embiid, left, during the first half Sunday.

After knocking down a 20-foot fadeaway over Quentin Grimes, James held both hands low to the ground, signaling a “too small,” before placing an imaginary crown on his head and punctuating it with his signature silencer celebration.