Becky Hammon was the first woman to coach an NBA team, but the San Antonio Spurs and Jakob Pöltl from Vienna were defeated by the LA Lakers with 107: 121.
LeBron James celebrated his birthday on Wednesday (local time) with a win in the National Basketball Association (NBA). The superstar, who turned 36, led the Los Angeles Lakers to a 121-107 with the San Antonio Spurs. On the Texan’s side, Jakob Pöltl was part of the starting line-up for the first time this season.
The Viennese replaced LaMarcus Aldridge in the center position. He recorded eight counters, seven rebounds and one assist each and won the ball in 24:01 minutes. “We allowed too many simple points at the beginning, but we stayed through into the final phase,” said the 25-year-old. However, the Lakers would have “hit too well”.
Becky Hammon became the first woman to coach a team in an NBA game. She took over at the Spurs just under four minutes before the end of the second quarter. Gregg Popovich had to leave his job after too severe criticism from the referee.
James also made history – once more. He scored in the 1,000. Game in a row (since January 6, 2007, note) at least ten points. The top star was also the Lakers’ top scorer with 26 points. The Spurs were led by Dejounte Murray, 29. The two teams will meet again in the AT&T Center on Friday.
Miami Heat retaliated with a 119: 108 at the Milwaukee Bucks for the 97: 144 bankruptcy from the previous day. The Brooklyn Nets, led by Kevin Durant (33) and Kyrie Irving (25), inflicted the first defeat of the season for the Atlanta Hawks with 145: 141 in an offensive spectacle. This means that only Orlando Magic (4: 0) is unbeaten.
Wednesday’s NBA results: San Antonio Spurs (8 points, 7 rebounds, 24:01 minutes from Jakob Pöltl) – Los Angeles Lakers 107: 121, Boston Celtics – Memphis Grizzlies 126: 107, Brooklyn Nets – Atlanta Hawks 145: 141, Miami Heat – Milwaukee Bucks 119: 108, Dallas Mavericks – Charlotte Hornets 99: 118, LA Clippers – Portland Trail Blazers 128: 105.
