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Anthony Davis’ career-high performance was recorded in the game against the Wizards
Anthony Davis, a big man for the Los Angeles Lakers, scored 55 points in Sunday’s 130-119 victory over Washington and these 55 points are among Anthony Davis’ career-high performances.
In 38 minutes of play, Davis shot 22 of 30 from the field and made 9 of 9 free throws. For his tenth straight double-double, he added 17 rebounds and three blocks. Davis’ 50-point outing is the fifth of his career and his first since 2019. Since Kobe Bryant in March 2013, Davis is the only Laker to have back-to-back 40-point performances.
The Lakers’ potential for this season is being rewritten by Davis. He has established himself as the Lakers’ top player and the centre of attention. He is leading the league as the first option in scoring totals, grabbing double-digit rebounds, and guarding the rim for one of the greatest and smallest defences in the league.
After a 44-point, 10-rebound effort in Friday’s victory over Milwaukee, Anthony Davis’ career high hot streak continued on Sunday as he put up the numbers. The eight-time All-Star was also an NBA champion.
He joins Kevin McHale, who accomplished the feat on March 3, 1985. They are the only players with 55 points, 15 rebounds, and three blocks in a game since blocks became official in 1973-74, according to ESPN Stats & Info.
Following an underwhelming 2-10 start to the season, the Lakers have won eight of their past ten games. The finest basketball of Davis’ career is being played right now. The second-most points he has ever scored in an NBA game was his 55-point uprising against the Wizards. For about a month, he has been the top basketball player.