LeBron James, in his long-term NBA career, caught the attention of hoop enthusiasts with his phenomenal scoring skills. One such moment occurred in the play-off Game 1 between the Lakers and Nuggets as well.
The much talked about game lived up to its expectations, witnessing action thrillers from both sides. With Nikola Jokic leading the Nuggets, Bron didn’t trail behind. The game started with the Lakers in the lead, however, the Denver side was quick to catch them in the late minutes of the first half.
The teams would have finished the second quarter with a 57-57 tie but thanks to LeBron’s 3-pointer beating the buzzer that kept the Lakers ahead. With a few seconds remaining on the clock, the 4-time champion received a pass from teammate Anthony Davis. Finding it hard to move a step ahead and shoot, Bron threw the ball from the 33-feet distance that smoothly hit the target on time before the game official could buzz.
Longest-made shot of his SEASON, LeBron James beats the buzzer from 33 feet 👑 pic.twitter.com/Yi9Rcf1y38
— Los Angeles Lakers (@Lakers) April 21, 2024
Despite entering the second half with a 3-point lead, the Lakers couldn’t withstand Denver’s supremacy in the third quarter which made the difference in the 114-103 win to the Nuggets. Nevertheless, King James’ shot became the talk of the town with NBA fans going gaga over it.
Fans react to LeBron James buzzer beater
LeBron James had struggles in shooting from behind the 3-point arc this season but with this deep shot, he made the headlines. As the LA franchise posted the video of the 3-pointer on their official X handle (formerly known as Twitter), the hoop lovers couldn’t help themselves from reacting to it. Here’s what they said on X:
Praising Bron, a fan commented, “That’s the best shot this season , lebron is on fire”.
That's the best shot this season , lebron is on fire
— G-Boss360 (@Game_Boss360) April 21, 2024
“Bron is like this is what I do I’m the f**king GOAT”, added another fan.
Bron is like this is what I do I’m the fvcking GOAT
— Gringo (@Mkisii_mmeru) April 21, 2024
Although the Lakers lost the game, a fan wrote, “The king is feeling it don’t ruin a legendary game”.
The king is feeling it don’t ruin a legendary game
— igor🇺🇦 (@ukraniandream) April 21, 2024
Addressing LeBron as the king, someone commented, “The king (crown emoji)”.
The king 👑
— Arsene Wenger's Coat (@ArseneCoat_FC) April 21, 2024
While someone called him the “GOAT”.
GOAT
— ♕𝕕𝕒𝕧𝕠𓅓 (@shpillo_) April 21, 2024
Seconding the opinion, another fan wrote, “Dude is the GOAT. PERIOD.”
Dude is the GOAT. PERIOD.
— Dolla (@dollaMB) April 21, 2024
Harper Clark wrote, “LeBron James always coming through in clutch moments.”
LeBron James always coming through in clutch moments. 👑🔥
— Harper Clark (@its_harperclark) April 21, 2024
With his time on the hardwood near to its end, a fan wrote, “Manifesting a Lebron 5th ring” the same thing King James has shown immense passion to acquire.
Manifesting a Lebron 5th ring 💜🐐
— Plug Wa Mwea🌙 (@PlugWaMwea) April 21, 2024
Another fan added, “Damm LBJ is the goat FR. Doing this at his age is insane.”
Damm LBJ is the goat FR. Doing this at his age is insane. https://t.co/XKqFlpst5q
— Guccishark⛩️🍌 (@guccishark_) April 21, 2024
my glorious king LeBron James the Sunshine
— TheLegitRapidFire (@ALegitRapidfire) April 21, 2024
The 39-year-old scored a total of 27 points in the loss but would get more chances to provide highlight reel moments. Knowing LeBron’s competitive nature, it’s certain that he would love to comeback with a vengeance against the Nuggets in Game 2.