Key Takeaways:
- LeBron James achieved a triple-double with 28 points, 12 assists, and 10 rebounds last night, becoming the NBA’s oldest player to do so at 41 years and 44 days old
- The Mavericks suffered their ninth consecutive defeat, marking their longest losing streak in 28 seasons
- Luka Doncic missed his fourth straight game for the Lakers due to a mild hamstring strain, while Cooper Flagg was also unavailable for Dallas with a sprained foot
Historic Performance from James
LeBron James rewrote the NBA record books on Thursday night, producing 28 points, 12 assists, and 10 rebounds to become the oldest player ever to post a triple-double. His remarkable effort powered the Los Angeles Lakers to a comprehensive 124-104 home win over the Dallas Mavericks.
James, at 41 years and 44 days old, surpassed the previous age milestone set by Karl Malone, who registered a triple-double for the Lakers at 40 years and 127 days. James quickly imposed himself on the contest, scoring 14 points in a commanding opening quarter and amassing 22 points and 12 assists by the start of the fourth. He secured his 10th rebound with just 2:06 remaining before being substituted, sealing yet another remarkable display in his 23rd NBA season.
Heading into All-Star with a W pic.twitter.com/v3mW8qFMkD
— Los Angeles Lakers (@Lakers) February 13, 2026
Lakers Maintain Momentum
Alongside James, Rui Hachimura contributed 21 points, while Austin Reaves returned from rest to tally 18 points and six assists. The Lakers, who had seen James and Reaves miss Tuesday’s defeat to San Antonio for health management, have now celebrated victory in seven of their last 11 outings.
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| LeBron James | 28 | 10 | 12 |
| Rui Hachimura | 21 | 3 | 1 |
| Austin Reaves | 18 | 4 | 6 |
| Naji Marshall (Mavericks) | 19 | 2 | 4 |
| Max Christie (Mavericks) | 19 | 1 | 4 |
Mavericks’ Struggles Continue
The Dallas Mavericks’ woes deepened as they slipped to a ninth consecutive defeat, extending their longest losing sequence in 28 years. Naji Marshall and Max Christie each recorded 19 points, but their efforts were to no avail.
The absence of NBA scoring leader Luka Doncic was again felt as he missed his fourth successive game for the Lakers owing to a mild hamstring strain. Dallas were further hindered with star rookie Cooper Flagg ruled out by a sprained foot, precluding his participation in All-Star weekend at the nearby Intuit Dome.
Lakers head coach JJ Redick stated his expectation that Doncic will return after the All-Star interval, though was unable to confirm the Slovenian’s availability for the All-Star Game.
Upcoming Fixtures
| Team | Next Opponent | Date | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mavericks | Minnesota | Friday, Feb. 20 | Away |
| Lakers | Clippers | Friday, Feb. 20 | Home |
All-Star Selections and Absences
James, recently named to his 22nd All-Star Game, heads into the weekend in strong form, having also secured his previous triple-double on Feb. 1, 2025. Meanwhile, the Mavericks’ challenges are compounded by Flagg’s inability to participate in All-Star festivities due to injury.
