CHICAGO, 22 December 2003 — LeBron James notched a game-high 32 points and a career-best 10 assists to record his third double-double of the season and carry the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 95-87 victory over the Chicago Bulls Saturday.
James’ hero, Michael Jordan, was at the game and he saw the 18-year-old rookie add six rebounds to his haul.
The Bulls nursed a narrow lead entering the fourth period before James threw down Cleveland’s final 14 points. Jamal Crawford had 16 points to top Chicago.
Knicks 103 Hawks 92
In New York, Allan Houston and Keith Van Horn both poured in 20 points to lead the Knicks to a 103-92 win over the Atlanta Hawks. Antonio McDyess added 19 points while grabbing 10 rebounds.
Hornets 94 Grizzlies 89
In New Orleans, Baron Davis collected 25 points and 12 assists as the Hornets defeated the Memphis Grizzlies 94-89 to snap a three-game losing streak. Jamaal Magloire added 18 points and 13 rebounds while PJ Brown had 12 points and 10 boards.
Clippers 115 Mavericks 105
In Dallas, the Los Angeles Clippers handed the Mavericks their second home loss of the season, winning every quarter but the first in a 115-105 victory.
Bucks 92 Nets 87
In Milwaukee, Tim Thomas counted 16 points in the first period and the Bucks went on to a 92-87 triumph over the New Jersey Nets. Michael Redd added 17 points and nine boards for the Bucks, now 8-4 at home.
Timberwolves 102 Pacers 80
In Minneapolis, the surging Minnesota Timberwolves extended their winning streak to a season-high five games with a 102-80 drubbing of the East Conference-leading Indiana Pacers.
SuperSonics 115 Nuggets 106
In Denver, sparked by Richie Frahm’s career-high 31 points, the Seattle SuperSonics won every quarter but the fourth to overcome the Nuggets 115-106.
Suns 102 Rockets 87
In Phoenix, Shawn Marion racked up 25 points, 15 in the final quarter, and seized 11 rebounds for his 12th double-double of the season as the Suns eased past the Houston Rockets 102-87.
Spurs 101 Trail Blazers 91
In Portland, Tim Duncan posted 26 points and 10 rebounds to record his NBA-best 23rd double-double of the season as the San Antonio Spurs beat the Trail Blazers 101-91 for their 10th straight victory.
