During his twenty-plus year career, LeBron James has never started a February game at Madison Square Garden with a lower record than the home team.
After spending half a decade with the Los Angeles Lakers, there is now a potential threat of losing their star player, LeBron James, as the NBA trade deadline approaches. Several speculative reports point to a potential trade involving the 39-year-old.
Despite his advanced age, James continues to produce impressive performances, averaging 24.9 points per game this season. Therefore, different teams in the league showing interest in him would not be unexpected.
With one year remaining on his contract, James holds a player option, and has publicly acknowledged uncertainty about his future with the Lakers. When asked about his decision regarding the contract, his response was clear: “No.”
Rumors have long pointed to James potentially leaving the Lakers to play for a team that would draft his eldest son, Bronny.
But this did not happen because of Bronny's readiness to play in the league.
His impact on USC's Trojans was less than convincing, and the offseason health scare didn't help. ESPN's latest mock draft failed to include Bronny.
But given the surprises the NBA draft can often bring, it's difficult to predict the 19-year-old's future.
By contrast, NBA insider Brian Windhorst firmly believes James will stay in Los Angeles.
On ESPN's First Take, he said: “Three facts I'll share with you. First, LeBron is building a $100 million complex in Beverly Hills. Second, LeBron's option for next year is $50 million. And finally, June 29 is the option – at the deadline.” For LeBron The draft is set for June 26-27.
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LeBron leads the Lakers to victory over the Knicks and achieves a nine-game winning streak
LeBron James scored 24 points to help the Los Angeles Lakers beat New York 113-105, snapping the Knicks' impressive nine-game winning streak on Saturday night.
Austin Reeves, D'Angelo Russell, and Taurean Prince all contributed actively to this win by scoring 22, 16, and 16 points, respectively.
Anthony Davis, with 12 points and 18 rebounds, also played a decisive role in the Lakers' second straight victory, raising their record to slightly above average (26-25).
Lakers coach Darvin Ham stressed the team's attempt to reach peak performance. “We are working toward the quality of basketball we always envisioned ourselves playing,” Hamm said.
He stressed that the team's ability to defend effectively and the talented players, whether substitutes or substitutes, guarantee them the opportunity to score well in every match.
Madison Square Garden saw James return for his 32nd career match. The crowd cheered on the professional during pre-match warmups, and Russell's powerful shot nearly three minutes into the game captivated spectators.
Describing Madison Square Garden as the “Mecca of Basketball,” James expressed his pleasure in contributing to its legacy.
He acknowledged the players, teams and great moments that graced the site.
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