LeBron James’ game may not be everyone’s cup of tea, but there are plenty of high-profile individuals who respect it.
In mid-May, WNBA superstar Caitlin Clark sent a gratifying six-word message to the Los Angeles Lakers superstar, but why is it circulating on social media two months later? Well, it probably has to do with the fact that it’s far from typical high praise.
“LeBron is the GOAT to me,” Clark told reporters during a press conference.
With many believing that Michael Jordan has the upper hand on James in the GOAT debate, it must be comforting for the former Cleveland Cavaliers phenom to know that he has at least one vote from a future WNBA Hall of Famer in his favor.
James’ resume speaks for itself. The former No. 1 overall pick has done it all in the big leagues, and at age 40, he isn’t finished accumulating NBA accolades.
James began his career with the Cavaliers, winning two MVP awards, earning six All-Star nods, securing the Rookie of the Year award in 2003, and proving he could guide a mediocre Eastern Conference squad to the NBA Finals in 2007.
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After unexpectedly joining the Heat in 2010, the 40-year-old forward won two championships, tacked on two additional MVP awards, and received four additional All-Star nods.
When James returned to Cleveland for his second stint, though, he solidified himself as a top-2 player ever in many individuals’ eyes.
James helped the Cavaliers erase a frightening 3-1 NBA Finals deficit against the 73-9 Golden State Warriors, recording 27 points in a win-or-go-home Game 7 contest and completing the most impactful block the NBA has ever seen.
With the Lakers, the Akron, Ohio native has struggled to achieve postseason success lately. Still, individuals should appreciate his well-earned 2020 bubble ring with Los Angeles five years later.
If James wins title No. 5 next season, it’ll be challenging for critics to deny his greatness in the pros.
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