James missed the Lakers' game against the 76ers and missed the "scoring king battle" with Embiid. Although the 76ers laughed to the end and Embiid also cut a double-double of 30 points and 11 rebounds, the protagonists of today's game belong to the Lakers' two veterans, Anthony and Howard.
Anthony stepped forward in James' absence, effectively cutting 20 points and seven rebounds on 8-of-15 shooting, his 10th double-figure in 12 games this month. Howard started the game, scoring 24 points in 28 minutes and not losing the way against Embiid.
Although the Lakers eventually lost to the 76ers due to the overall strength gap, the performance of Anthony and Howard, the two veterans, was commendable. You know, the two veterans are all basic salaries to invest in the Lakers this season, but they still show 120% professional attitude and spirit. Compared with them, many players with high salaries who are in the year of playing have a negative attitude, compared with the two, more respect for Howard and Anthony, and more disdain for some high-paid players who can't work.