Following a remarkable comeback by the Los Angeles Lakers against the Los Angeles Clippers, LeBron James described his fourth-quarter run as a superpower. The Lakers had fallen behind by 21 points early in the final period, but James took charge and propelled his team to a stunning victory.

 

Up until that point, James had been playing well, but he elevated his game to another level. In the fourth quarter alone, he outscored the Clippers 19-16, sinking five crucial three-pointers and dishing out four assists. The Lakers ultimately triumphed with a 116-112 win over their crosstown rivals at the Crypto.com Arena.

 

Throughout this season, James has delivered several impressive performances in the fourth quarter, but this particular display may have been his finest. It showcased his ability to reach a nearly transcendent mental state, commonly referred to as being “in the zone,” which James equated to having a superpower.

 

Regardless of where one ranks James among the greatest NBA players, his sustained level of play, especially in critical moments, during his 21st season is truly remarkable. It exemplifies the concept of “competitive greatness,” as coined by the late legendary UCLA head coach, John Wooden, which entails performing at one’s best when it matters most.

 

Notably, the Lakers’ comeback from a 21-point deficit in the fourth quarter marked the largest such recovery achieved by a team led by James. However, it remains uncertain whether he will take the court on Thursday as the Lakers prepare to host the struggling Washington Wizards, who are currently on a 12-game losing streak.