LeBron James simply keeps limiting the space for his detractors to critique him. Doing what he does best, the King of the Court is astonishing everyone. He’s showing why he’s still a dominant force at 39 years old with every game, and you’re in the minority if you’re still doubting his legacy.
On Tuesday, Bleacher Report revealed an astonishing statistic: LeBron has scored 50 points in 14 more games than he has on nights when he has scored only ten points. Yes, what you just read is true. LeBron quickly responded to the social media uproar over the number by releasing a barrage of amusing emojis to remind everyone who is still unquestionably King.
LeBron has established himself as the NBA’s all-time best scorer with over 40,000 points spread over 21 seasons, and he shows no signs of slowing down. Only his return to the Lakers the following season should boost those numbers, but will the Lakers provide him with the necessary support?
In front of an enthusiastic home crowd in March 2022, LeBron scored 50 points against the Washington Wizards. His shooting was deadly, nailing six shots from distance and 18 of 25 on the floor. Take a further trip back in time to 2005, when a young LeBron scored his first-ever 50+ point game in Cleveland, scoring 56 points.
However, the Lakers front staff has been unusually quiet this offseason even though LeBron continues to produce. There were no significant additions to the roster or strategic changes. Rumor has it that if things in LA don’t turn around soon, the upcoming season might be a write-off.
Jovan Buha, an insider for the Lakers, isn’t prepared to give up just yet. He described a scenario in which the Lakers, if everything lines up just right, may surprise everyone and win the West. For that dream season to come true, D’Angelo Russell, Austin Reaves, and Max Christie would need to have breakthrough seasons.
For the time being, the Lakers have the ball, and LeBron will surely be there to lead—which is his strongest suit.
