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Lakers' 'Rally Kid' Jackson Tuyay Ignites Winning Streak

3/28/2026

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Jackson Tuyay, a six-year-old Lakers fan, is not on the roster and had no game time, but sparked the March 14 comeback in a 127–125 overtime win over the Denver Nuggets after LeBron James dubbed him the "Rally Kid."
His return against the Brooklyn Nets produced a similar energizing effect, and the Lakers extended their winning streak.
The Lakers embrace Tuyay's involvement and credit a unique energy in the arena.

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Story summary

Jackson Tuyay, a six-year-old Lakers fan, is not on the roster and had no game time, but sparked the March 14 comeback in a 127–125 overtime win over the Denver Nuggets after LeBron James dubbed him the "Rally Kid."
His return against the Brooklyn Nets produced a similar energizing effect, and the Lakers extended their winning streak.
The Lakers embrace Tuyay's involvement and credit a unique energy in the arena.