LeBron James is surpassing and setting records in the league with his new rituals, a habit that is sure to spark widespread discussions. In the current 2023-2024 season, LeBron James has reached remarkable heights, leaving many in awe, considering his age and years in the NBA.
After a top TV personality took a swipe at LeBron’s doubters following his recently unprecedented attainment in the league, LeBron James decided to respond forcefully, while his teammates received lighthearted comments.
LeBron sends brutal message to haters after reaching 39,000 points
In the Lakers’ in-season tournament quarter finals 131-99 victory over the Utah Jazz, LeBron James made history by becoming the first player to reach 39,000 points. Top TV personality Paul Rivera congratulated and took a swipe at LeBron’s doubters in his Instagram post. In his message, Rivera hinted at the irony of individuals without career points attempting to criticize the achievements of the player with the most career points.
“A lot of people with 0 career points trying to tell ya’ll where the guy with the most career points ranks.” As posted by Rivera. LeBron James who is known for always proving his doubters wrong, used his wide social media presence to repost Rivera’s message, which generated the feeling of the Legend facing his doubters with much confidence.
Against the Jazz, while Anthony Davis led the top performers list with 26 points, 16 rebounds, 4 assists, and 2 steals, LeBron James, added a much-needed 17 points, 7 rebounds, and 9 assists for the win. The doubters of LeBron James might always have what to say, but his achievements are only cementing his status as one of the greatest ballers in the league’s history.
Anthony Davis gets good-natured ribbing from Kevin Garnett
Though Anthony Davis, has been impressive for the Lakers this season, NBA legend Kevin Garnett, had just recently shared a rather surprising view on the Lakers’ big man. Kevin Garnett stated that Anthony Davis looks like a 40-year-old player, and when he plays, he plays just like him (Garnett). Kevin Garnett’s light-hearted view of Davis has certainly raised questions about how Davis is perceived in terms of his physical condition and playing style.
Furthermore, Kevin Garnett comparing Davis to himself, who is a player of intensity and physicality, hasn’t only added an interesting layer to the ongoing debate of Davis’ role at the Lakers but also suggested that the star may be experiencing serious wear and tear, which goes beyond his real age of 30 years.
Additionally, though Davis’ current season’s outputs of 22.3 points at 54.6% shooting, 12 rebounds, 3.4 assists, 1 steal, and 3.1 blocks per game can’t afford him an MVP conversation, his unmatched defensive prowess has positioned him as a candidate for the prestigious award.
Though Davis has had to struggle with injuries occasionally, Garnett’s light-hearted comments only reflect the high expectations, that come with being a star player in the NBA. His synergy with LeBron James could be the key, to the Lakers’ success moving forward.
