The Los Angeles Lakers’ season has been a rollercoaster ride, but they have recently found more consistency. Currently, on a six-game road trip, they have performed well, winning four out of five games, with one more game against the Washington Wizards tonight.

Their standout victory came against the Milwaukee Bucks, where they triumphed despite the absence of their superstar LeBron James. In James’ absence, Anthony Davis took charge and led the team to victory. In a tribute to his teammate, Davis wore a pair of retro Zoom Soldier 1 shoes, which were re-released in 2018 to commemorate James. James famously worn these shoes during the 2007 Eastern Conference Finals, where he scored an incredible 25 consecutive points against the Detroit Pistons.

Wearing these shoes as a symbol of respect for James, Davis delivered an outstanding performance on the court. He scored 34 points, secured 23 rebounds, and blocked four shots, contributing significantly to the Lakers’ win. Notably, Davis made a game-saving block on the Bucks’ Damian Lillard at the end of the first overtime, giving the Lakers a chance to secure the victory.

Davis showcased his skills and gave one of his best performances of the season while wearing the iconic shoes. The win against the Bucks was a significant milestone for the Lakers, setting a positive tone for their ongoing road trip. Davis played an impressive 52 minutes in the game, the most by a Lakers player since Kobe Bryant’s tenure with the team in 2012.