LeBron James eliminated in first round for first time in NBA career, but he and Lakers will be back

In this business, it's not often that you find yourself writing words you've never before written. But here it is: LeBron James has been eliminated from the NBA playoffs in the first round. In his 14 previous postseason appearances, that had never happened. Until now. The Phoenix Suns are moving on after a 113-100 Game 6 victory over the Lakers on Thursday.