Lakers star LeBron James drew lofty praise from head coach JJ Redick after another triple double, his third straight.

What LeBron James continues to do at this stage of his career is beyond words. In his 22nd season, with his 40th birthday approaching, LeBron is once again rewriting history as he recorded his third consecutive triple-double in the Los Angeles Lakers’ victory over the Memphis Grizzlies.

JJ Redick may be first (and is certainly the most high-profile) to ever say such a thing into a microphone, having discussed the situation with LeBron James on the Mind The Game podcast before their relationship turned into player-coach.

Anthony Davis had 40 points and 12 rebounds, LeBron James had 15 points, 16 rebounds and 12 assists and the Los Angeles Lakers opened defense of their Emirates NBA Cup title with a 120-115 victory over the San Antonio Spurs on Friday night.

Anthony Davis poured in 40 points and added 12 rebounds and LeBron James scored Los Angeles' final four points and recorded his fourth straight triple-double as the visiting Lakers outlasted the San Antonio Spurs 120-115 on Friday in the West's Group B of the NBA Cup.

The Lakers open NBA Cup play with an exciting 120-115 win over the San Antonio Spurs after LeBron James finishes with 15 points, 16 rebounds and 12 assists.