By Joël Pütz | Sports journalist
Main figure of the Lakers again this year, LeBron James does not escape criticism. But according to Gilbert Arenas, who is not really the type to take his gloves off, it might be time to change the way we talk about the Chosen One…
Although he celebrated his 40th birthday a few days ago, LeBron James has in no way abandoned its collective ambitions. Even in the twilight of his career, the Lakers winger continues to want to fight for a fifth and final championship ring. Even though at the moment, it’s hard to see him achieving this in California…
With 20 wins for 16 losses, the Purples and Golds are certainly sixth in the Western Conference and are therefore virtually qualified for the playoffs. That being said, it’s hard to believe that they can go all the way and 2024-25 should once again end in disappointment for the King, who has not ascended to the NBA throne for almost five years. And the criticisms are therefore becoming all the more virulent…
Gilbert Arenas defends LeBron James in the face of criticism
If Anthony Davis is now Los Angeles’ No. 1 offensive weapon, the four-time MVP still remains the real boss of the team. As such, many people blame him for the Lakers’ difficulties in existing against the big leagues of the league. A speech that Gilbert Arenas However, it is very difficult to understand.
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-Always so talkative on his podcast, the former playmaker spoke on Chosen One recently, using Michael Jordan to illustrate his point:
We saw MJ when he was with the Wizards, and he was scoring 20 points per game. It was impressive. He didn’t look like LeBron, but I say it was impressive back then too.
The best 40 year old player in history is LeBron, the second best was Michael Jordan. They didn’t expect anything from MJ, they were just happy to see a 40 year old player averaging 20 points. So why do they insist on putting LeBron down because he’s playing at 40, why do we act like he’s still only 20?
In fact, LBJ is still averaging nearly 24 points, 8 rebounds and 9 assists. For a forty-year-old, these are simply unique figures in history and the ultimate proof of his longevity, although the superstar seems to be suffering a little more this season. What could be more logical after 22 years of career…
For Gilbert Arenas, treating LeBron James differently than Michael Jordan at the same age would make absolutely no sense. Especially since the former fullback had not experienced much collective success in the twilight of his career, in Washington.
