LeBron's 1,297-Game Double-Digit Streak Snapped vs Raptors

LeBron James' extraordinary run of 1,297 straight games scoring at least 10 points ended in the Lakers' win over the Raptors — his first sub-10 outing since Jan. 5, 2007. The streak’s end matters because it underscores how age and a recent bout of right‑side sciatica have reshaped his season; he’s played just six games and is contributing more as a creator than a scorer. Asked about the streak, he said simply, "None. We won." Merlin sees this as a weathered champion adjusting his craft, not a fall from grace. If James stays healthy, the scoring dip should be a short detour: minutes will be managed, playmaking will carry nights he’s not scoring, and the Lakers’ fate will hinge on his availability and the depth around him.