[Saba Sports News] LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers were in high spirits on Saturday, celebrating their victory in the NBA’s first-ever In-Season Tournament. The Lakers triumphed over the Indiana Pacers with a 123-109 victory, clinching the NBA Cup title at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. James, who played an integral role in the win, was honored as the inaugural MVP of the tournament, contributing 24 points, 11 rebounds, 4 assists, and 2 steals in the final game.
In true celebratory fashion, James led the post-game festivities. He was seen popping champagne bottles, sharing the celebratory experience with his younger teammates. Anthony Davis also joined in the fun, getting caught in the champagne festivities.
James didn’t just celebrate with champagne; he also displayed some dance moves in the Lakers’ locker room. Additionally, his skillful assist—tossing a cap perfectly to Davis before the team’s award ceremony—became a viral moment.
While Davis had a standout performance in the title game with 41 points, 20 rebounds, and 4 blocks, James had a more consistent tournament, averaging 26.6 points, 8.0 rebounds, and 7.6 assists over seven games. This tournament win, spearheaded by James and his team, was a significant success not just for the Lakers but also for the NBA and Commissioner Adam Silver. The engagement and seriousness shown by James and other NBA stars towards this experimental tournament exceeded the league’s expectations.