Whatever this In-Season Tournament means for NBA culture, big picture, remains to be seen, but one thing's for sure: It's brought out the best in the Lakers, who remain undefeated in this new format, and it's REALLY brought out the best in LeBron James, who you're darn right wants to win the whole enchilada. They'll play the Indiana Pacers on Saturday, thanks to a 133-89 blowout win over the New Orleans Pelicans.

Believe it or not, the game actually began tight, with the Lakers actually down a point after the first quarter, thanks to the stellar play of role player Herb Jones and a barrage of Pelicans offense rebounds converted into second chance points. But once LeBron took over the second quarter as a one-man gang of and-ones, transition plays and three-pointers practically launched from Reno. For that matter, the entire team caught fire from outside, with five Lakers hitting at least one triple. That, combined with some intensified defense, helped bust the game wide open.

But again, the night was ultimately secured by LeBron's efforts. He kept the momentum going after halftime, clearly determined to prevent New Orleans from gaining any life or hope. None was had, and the game was in cruise control by the time the fourth quarter rolled around.

Finals, baby!!!

HOSTS: Andy and Brian Kamenetzky

SEGMENT 1: The Lakers destroy the Pelicans with hot shooting, defense and... LeBron.

SEGMENT 2: Banner if they win? Plus... seriously... LeBron.

SEGMENT 3: The value of the In-Season tournament as a dress rehearsal for the NBA playoffs.

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