The Los Angeles Lakers are in a deep, deep hole. They are now down 3-1 in their opening-round NBA playoffs series against the Minnesota Timberwolves after their heartbreaking 116-113 Game 4 loss on Sunday.

As the NBA's announcement indicated, James has broken his tie with the great Wilt Chamberlain on the esteemed list. The four-time MVP is now sitting at the No. 3 spot alone, with his sights set on another Lakers icon, Magic Johnson, who currently has 13 more career playoff double-doubles over James.

The Los Angeles Lakers have struggled on defense. However, they have managed to stay competitive in the playoffs. LeBron James has once again been crucial to this. Therefore, Lakers head coach JJ Redick took the opportunity to praise the veteran.