Lakers News: Where Expert Ranks LeBron James In Race For In-Season Tournament MVP After Pool Play
The first edition of the NBA In-Season Tournament has been a success so far, with players fully buying into the games. It gives regular season matchups a more intense feeling, and it has been great to see.
Lakers star LeBron James has been great in the first four games for LA, and he is one of the frontrunners to win the MVP award of the tournament. Right now, James comes in second in the race for the In-Season Tournament MVP award, behind guard Tyrese Haliburton of the Indiana Pacers.
James is averaging 25 points, eight rebounds, 7.5 assists and one steal over the four games LA has played. In comparison, Haliburton has averaged 28.5 points, four rebounds, 13.5 assists and 1.8 steals per game.
Both players are having great In-Season tournaments, and it makes sense that they are the top two candidates to win the MVP. Both LA and Indiana moved onto the knockout rounds already, further adding to their chances right now.
"James’ efficiency from distance is just as eye-popping. The Lakers forward is shooting 14-for-24 from 3-point range. Incredibly, all of his long-distance attempts are from above the break (not a single shot from the corner)."
The Lakers star has been incredible in the games, and adding another trophy to his long list of accomplishments would be special. If he can keep up the strong play, with the Lakers winning, it could end up being his to lose.
The Lakers will most likely end up being the first overall seed in the Western Conference group after their dominant four games. They went undrafted in the group play and will take on the wild-card team in the quarterfinals.
"The Lakers (4-0) were the first West team to clinch their group and a berth in the Knockout Rounds. James has set the shooting standard for a team that has all five of its top scorers shooting north of 50%. After winning every team honor that exists, James appears eager to add the NBA Cup to his trophy case."
LA seems very committed to winning the In-Season Tournament, and they are driven by the prize money that comes from it. Money is a motivating factor, and the Lakers have one goal in mind.
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