Anthony Davis Injures Eye, Complicating Lakers' Winning Streak
- LeBron James recorded his third triple-double of the season with 19 points and 16 assists.
- Anthony Davis scored 22 points before leaving the game due to an eye injury in the third quarter.
- The Lakers improved to 6-4 for the season, but Davis' injury poses a risk to their progress.
On Sunday night, November 10, 2024, the Los Angeles Lakers secured a 123-103 victory over the Toronto Raptors at home. LeBron James achieved his second consecutive triple-double, contributing 19 points, 16 assists, and 10 rebounds, while Austin Reaves led the team in scoring with 27 points. The Lakers improved their home record to 5-0 and achieved a winning record of 6-4 for the first time in four seasons. However, the game took a troubling turn when Anthony Davis left the court in the third quarter due to an eye injury sustained while blocking a dunk attempt from Jakob Poeltl. Davis, who was leading the NBA in scoring, was ruled out after heading to the locker room for evaluation. This injury raises concerns for the team's future performance as they have already struggled with injuries in recent seasons. Despite finishing the third quarter strong after Davis' injury, the Lakers remain anxious about his ability to contribute moving forward.