LeBron James leads Lakers upset over Rockets with 19 points, 13 assists in Game 1

LeBron James turned back the clock in Game 1, leading the Los Angeles Lakers to an upset victory over the Houston Rockets. The 40-year-old superstar filled up the stat sheet with 19 points, 13 assists, 8 rebounds and 2 steals.

The Lakers faced long odds going into the game. Star players Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves were both sidelined with injuries, leaving James to shoulder the offensive load. He responded with what coaches call a "triple threat" performance, doing a little bit of everything on the court.

James nearly recorded a triple-double, falling just two rebounds short of the milestone. His 13 assists showed he focused on getting teammates involved rather than just scoring. The balanced approach helped the Lakers control the game against a Rockets team that was favored to win.

The victory gives the Lakers home court advantage and momentum heading into Game 2. James proved he can still be the primary option for a playoff team, even in his 22nd NBA season.