Late-season turnaround propels Lakers to winning record

Near the end of what he once referred to as the most important regular-season stretch of his career, LeBron James was able to briefly savor one thing many thought was going to be near impossible after 12 games. The Los Angeles Lakers will have a winning record in the regular season. The Lakers defeated the Phoenix Suns 121-107 on Friday night for their 42nd win to guarantee a finish over .500.