Lakers Secure Semifinal Spot in NBA In-Season Tournament

LeBron James' Fourth-Quarter Performance Leads Lakers to Victory Over Suns

• LeBron James scored 15 of his 31 points in the fourth quarter, leading the Los Angeles Lakers to a 106-103 victory over the Phoenix Suns and securing the last semifinal spot in the inaugural NBA In-Season Tournament.
• Anthony Davis contributed with 27 points and 15 rebounds, while Austin Reaves scored 20 for the Lakers.
• The Lakers will face New Orleans on Thursday in Las Vegas, while Milwaukee plays Indiana in the East semifinal.
• Kevin Durant scored 31 points for the Suns, but missed a crucial 3-point attempt at the buzzer.
• The Lakers remain unbeaten in the group stage of the inaugural tournament, including a win over the Suns on Nov. 10.

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