The Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green always had the highest opinion on Lebron James, and the way the King has performed in recent matches is proving him right on the note. On King’s 38th birthday, Green complimented him for competing at this level in the 20th year of his professional career.
On The Draymond Green show, the forward said, “Hats off to King James for what he has done and still doing on and off the basketball court. To be playing the game at such a high level in the year 20 is insane. There will never be a better face to American Basketball. I salute him.”
Green Praises LeBron James For His History In The NBA
They had met each other on several occasions, especially the four times they faced off in the NBA Finals when LeBron James represented the Cleveland Cavaliers on his second stint with the franchise. It justifies why Green has so much respect and admiration for his long-time rival for what he has done for the sport. They may meet again in a face-off if the Lakers and Warriors clash in the final post-season match for the West.
Draymond Green is right on the money when he claims that LeBron James is doing great work off the court. He has done a lot for the community. For instance, I Promise School in Akron, Ohio, which he founded in 2011, has helped 1300 and more students. The school’s roots are deeply connected with the King and the community where he was raised. His philanthropic activities help build a better place to live in.
The GOAT Debate
He is regarded as the GOAT frequently, so the comparison with the legendary Michael Jordan is quite natural. There are not too many things left for Lebron James to accomplish that an NBA player can dream of. The King’s records book truly speaks volumes of his greatness. In these 20 years of professional basketball, he has won the championship four times. Four times he has been the most valued player and has been an 18-time All-Star.
The only player to be selected more times in All-Star games is Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (19), albeit he played only 18 games. Another record of Jabbar that James is chasing and can surpass by the next month is the all-time scoring record.
Lebron James- The Soul Of LA Lakers
Currently, LeBron James is single-handedly carrying the Lakers on his shoulders. However, the team is lurking below in the 12th spot in the West. Their condition on the table could have been much worse if it was not for the King. The Laker’s main man is currently averaging 29.0, 8.2, and 6.6 points, rebounds, and assists per game, respectively. This proves that he is still giving the best performances of the season at 38.
LeBron James’ shooting skill is also at its best at 51.0% from the field and 30.1% from beyond the arc. If his contract is extended to two more years, by the end of the 2024-2025 season, at the age of 40, he would also touch the record of Vince Carter as the most seasons played in the NBA.
