Tyler Herro's explosive performance in the third quarter, along with an impressive team effort, led the Miami Heat to a historic victory over the struggling Los Angeles Lakers. The Heat set a franchise record for assists and tied another record for 3-pointers. Meanwhile, LeBron James made history by surpassing Kyle Korver for the 7th spot on the all-time 3-pointer list. The Lakers continue to struggle with their sixth loss in eight games. Get the latest sports news out of Los Angeles and catch up on the teams like the Dodgers, Lakers, Angels, Kings, Galaxy, LAFC, USC, UCLA, and more.
ESPN basketball analyst Kendrick Perkins criticized Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James for making the conversation about himself and former teammate Kyrie Irving on his podcast. James had shown excitement for Irving's success with the Dallas Mavericks but also expressed disappointment at not being his "running mate" anymore. Irving, who is currently preparing for the NBA Finals with the Boston Celtics, responded to James' comments by appreciating their growth and maturity in their friendship. Meanwhile, the Lakers are in the process of hiring a new head coach, with options like JJ Redick and Dan Hurley being considered.