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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 07: LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers celebrates with Magic Johnson after scoring to pass Kareem Abdul-Jabbar to become the NBA’s all-time leading scorer, surpassing Abdul-Jabbar’s career total of 38,387 points against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Crypto.com Arena on February 07, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
On Friday evening, the Los Angeles Lakers took a commanding 3-0 lead over the Houston Rockets when they won Game 3 (in overtime) by a score of 112-108.
LeBron James led the way, finishing with 29 points, 13 rebounds, six assists, three steals and one block while shooting 10/22 from the field and 4/9 from three-point range in 45 minutes of playing time.
The Lakers will now look to go for the sweep on Sunday (in Houston, Texas).
Los Angeles Lakers Legend Magic Johnson Reacts
GettyEarvin “Magic” Johnson discusses the upcoming Los Angeles Lakers’ season at UCLA Health Training Center on September 20, 2018 in El Segundo, California.
One person who reacted to the big win was Basketball Hall of Famer (and Lakers legend) Magic Johnson.
His post had 500 likes in ten minutes.
Johnson wrote: “Excellent 112-108 win for the Lakers tonight on the road vs. the Rockets in OT as they take a 3-0 lead in the Series. LeBron James led the Lakers with 29 points and 13 rebounds and had a clutch 3-pointer to tie the game in regulation. Four of his teammates were in double figures – Hachimura with 22 points, Smart with 21 points, Kennard with 14 points and Hayes with 12 points!
The Lakers are playing great basketball with their confidence at an all time high!”
Excellent 112-108 win for the Lakers tonight on the road vs. the Rockets in OT as they take a 3-0 lead in the Series. LeBron James led the Lakers with 29 points and 13 rebounds and had a clutch 3-pointer to tie the game in regulation. Four of his teammates were in double figures
NBA Fans Respond To Johnson
GettyMagic Johnson attends a game between the Atlanta Dream and the Los Angeles Sparks in the first half at Walter Pyramid on May 15, 2024 in Long Beach, California. Martinez/Getty Images)
Here’s what people were saying in response to Johnson:
@dubiousdubb: “They’re actually barely better than the rockets, which ain’t saying much”
@TheGame7Guy: “Will Magic ever consider Lebron James as the GOAT????”
@theblockspot: “Incredible win. Incredible fight.”
@GrazieMamba: “Great analysis, Magic!”
Fans always enjoy hearing from Johnson, as he is one of the best 15 players in NBA history.
The legendary point guard spent all 13 seasons of his career playing for the Lakers.
They won five titles in that span.
GettyMagic Johnson attends Lionsgate’s “Michael” Los Angeles premiere at Dolby Theatre on April 20, 2026 in Los Angeles, California.
Ben Stinar Ben Stinar has been covering the NBA for over seven years.
He has written for OnSI, Forbes, Amico Hoops, The Big Lead and had a podcast with former All-Star Jameer Nelson. More about Ben Stinar