The Los Angeles Lakers are suffering from hardships due to their bad start to the 2022-23 season campaign. Despite all the hard work and effort from the 38-year-old LeBron James, LA is still the bottom feeder. The 19-time All-Star is playing his 20th season this year and wants nothing but the title. Although four championships with all the other accomplishments are enough, five always sounds better than four. In a debate against the greatest, LeBron always falls short because of his four rings compared to Michael Jordan’s six. But the Lakers are not making it easier on James to win more.
One of the biggest motivators of LeBron James’ longevity is his strong will to win at any cost. In his recent interviews, he has expressed his wish to win the most rather than play for the sake of playing. It takes a lot to become the best and everything to become the greatest. And some people think that the Lakers disrespect LeBron James when they steal his opportunity to win the titles. Hollywood could have easily sacrificed their draft picks to bring in some players who would have made the team a title contender.
Skip Bayless Takes More Shot At LeBron James
There is no doubt that the Lakers could have traded picks to help LeBron with a strong support cast. The front office doubts James’ ability to win this season for LA because of the way the season turned out. Meanwhile, there is another person who questions the power of LeBron James as an NBA analyst. Skip Bayless has made his name criticizing the Akron Hammer as it brings more views to associate with the best in business. However, this time the analyst receives a blowback from the fans for talking foul about LeBron.
The truth is, I think LeBron was relieved he didn’t have to go stand by himself 15 feet away and make one free throw. No one has missed anywhere near as many close-game late-game free throws as LeBron since he came into the league.
— Skip Bayless (@RealSkipBayless) January 29, 2023
The game against the Boston Celtics was an excellent opportunity for the Lakers to take revenge. However, there are few instances when Hollywood has managed a win in overtime. But this time, it was Ref who made the wrong call when it was a clear foul on LeBron James. Meanwhile, the fans were furious about the referee’s bad call. Bayless threw a low blow on LeBron with his mocking tweet, which said James might be relieved that he did not have to take the free throw. And the fans were not happy as it was low even for the old NBA analyst who made a career out of criticism.
Lmao!! You’re a character @RealSkipBayless
— Tony V. (@itsmeTONYV) January 29, 2023
Skip, just stop
— RJR (@dontbrued) January 29, 2023
Man stfu skip come on man
— D-Free (@DFreeDBZHD) January 29, 2023
The contest on Sunday turned horrible for the Lakers as they needed all the wins they could take. LeBron James scored a massive 41 points yet again to get served a cold loss. However, this one was not judged based on skills but on the referee call, which was unfortunate for LA. Meanwhile, the Lakers fan might be upset that they are not winning even after Anthony Davis’ return to the floor.