The Los Angeles Lakers are in a tricky spot right now in the Western Conference standings. They sit fifth in the standings but are just a half-game away from sliding down to seventh. The Lakers are trying to stack up some wins so they can increase their buffer from those other teams.

LeBron James, now 40 years old, continues to defy expectations in his 22nd NBA season, tying Vince Carter for the most seasons played in league history. While many had anticipated his retirement by now,

In his 22nd NBA season, and having just turned 40 years old, Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James continues to defy all matters of how good a player can be at this stage of his career.