US Edition‘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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LeBron James Inches Closer to Matching Incredible Michael Jordan Record
Here’s A Look Inside LeBron James’ Los Angeles Mansion (1:14) The Los Angeles Lakers snapped their three-game losing streak with a 120-119 win over the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Wednesday. The Lakers had LeBron James to thank for this triumph, as he hit a game-winning buzzer-beater at the rim following a miss by Luka Doncic. There has been this notion that James isn't a clutch player, but this was his eighth game-winning buzzer-…
‘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…
'I Wear 23 Because Of MJ' LeBron James Hopes To Have Better Relationship With Michael Jordan When He Retires
LeBron James is opening up about his relationship with Michael Jordan. On Wednesday, James appeared on the Pat McAfee show to discuss various topics, including Stephen A. Smith, the media, and the current state of the NBA. During his conversation with McAfee, LeBron revealed that he doesn’t currently talk to Jordan but hopes to sit down with him once he retires. “Me and Michael Jordan are in a good spot,” James said on the Pat McAfee show. “We d…
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