LeBron James was named the Western Conference’s player of the week for last week when he nearly averaged a triple double and propelled the Lakers to a 3-0 record. It is James’ first weekly honor as a member of the Lakers and the 62nd of his career. James averaged 28.3 points on 50.7% shooting last week, with 11 rebounds, 9.7 assists, 1.3 steals and one block per game. On Friday against the Miami Heat, James scored 28 points with 12 assists and nine rebounds. On Sunday, he scored 32 points with 13 rebounds, three blocks and seven assists against the Atlanta Hawks.

Source: Los Angeles Times December 16, 2019 20:48 UTC