‘We don’t talk’: LeBron James discusses relationship with Michael Jordan, later hits buzzer-beater to halt Lakers losing skid
- On Wednesday, March 26, LeBron James admitted on "The Pat McAfee Show" that he doesn't speak often with Michael Jordan, referencing a competitive streak that prevents regular communication while both are actively playing.
- This admission came hours before James led the Los Angeles Lakers to a 120-119 victory against the Indiana Pacers in Indianapolis, ending their three-game losing streak.
- James hopes to develop a relationship with Jordan similar to the bond he formed with Kobe Bryant, which grew stronger after Bryant retired and James joined the Lakers.
- James, who wears number 23 because of Jordan, recalled Jordan tweeting "Keep transcending the game. Keep going." after James passed him for the NBA's all-time scoring record, which meant a lot to him.
- Despite entering the fourth quarter with only three points, James finished the game with 13 points and seven assists, securing the win with a dramatic tip-in buzzer-beater after Luka Don i's shot hit the rim, moving the Lakers level with the Memphis Grizzlies for fourth in the Western Conference.
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‘We don’t talk’: LeBron James discusses relationship with Michael Jordan, later hits buzzer-beater to halt Lakers losing skid
LeBron James and Michael Jordan are seen as the two gold standards in the NBA. When it comes to discussing who is the greatest of all time, the debate between the two can often get heated.
LeBron Makes Bombshell Admission on Relationship With Michael Jordan
Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James made a stunning admission about his relationship with Michael Jordan, the NBA legend whom he grew up idolizing and now he’s fiercest competitor in the Greatest of All Time (GOAT) conversation. “We don’t talk,” James said on âThe Pat McAfee Showâ on Wednesday, March 26. “Because I’m still playing. I’m still focused on my craft right now.” James expects that to stay the same as long as he’s still act…
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