LeBron James discusses uptick in 3s, changes to All-Star Game format and becoming NBA minutes leader
3 weeks ago

LeBron James discusses uptick in 3s, changes to All-Star Game format and becoming NBA minutes leader

New York Times  

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James said the discourse around the state of the NBA should extend beyond the new polarizing All-Star Game format. So it’s a bigger conversation than just the All-Star Game.” James acknowledged that “something had to change” with the All-Star Game given the fan and media reaction to it in recent seasons. “I mean, it’s different in a sense,” James said of the new tournament format. “I just think it’s just a commitment to the craft and to the passion and love I have for the game,” James said of the milestone. “I’m just not a guy that likes to sit games, if I’m somewhat healthy,” James said.

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James still king of the court at 40
Top News
1 week, 2 days ago

James still king of the court at 40

China Daily  

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James and Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander compete for a loose ball during an NBA Cup game on Nov 29 in Los Angeles. AP Superstar LeBron James celebrated his 40th birthday on Monday, the milestone carrying him to yet another first in a league in which he has starred for more than two decades …

James still king of the court at 40
Top News
1 week, 2 days ago

James still king of the court at 40

China Daily  

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James and Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander compete for a loose ball during an NBA Cup game on Nov 29 in Los Angeles. AP Superstar LeBron James celebrated his 40th birthday on Monday, the milestone carrying him to yet another first in a league in which he has starred for more than two decades …

James still king of the court at 40
Top News
1 week, 2 days ago

James still king of the court at 40

China Daily  

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James and Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander compete for a loose ball during an NBA Cup game on Nov 29 in Los Angeles. AP Superstar LeBron James celebrated his 40th birthday on Monday, the milestone carrying him to yet another first in a league in which he has starred for more than two decades …

LeBron James breaks incredible all-time NBA record after returning to Lakers in wake of 'personal issues'
2 weeks, 6 days ago

LeBron James breaks incredible all-time NBA record after returning to Lakers in wake of 'personal issues'

Daily Mail  

LeBron James has now played the most minutes of any player in NBA history, surpassing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar to seal another incredible all-time record. LeBron James has now played the most minutes in the NBA ever He is back in the Lakers lineup after taking some time out for injury and 'personal reasons' Last year, LeBron broke another of Abdul-Jabbar's all-time …

NBA considering going to a tournament format for the All-Star Game, AP sources say
1 month, 3 weeks ago

NBA considering going to a tournament format for the All-Star Game, AP sources say

Associated Press  

The NBA is considering going to a tournament-style event for the All-Star Game, similar to what has been used in the Rising Stars competition in recent years, two people with knowledge of the plan said Friday. Typically, the coaching staffs from the teams leading the Eastern and Western Conferences are invited to coach the All-Star Game — but now, with …

LeBron James reveals retirement timeline: ‘I’m not going to play that much longer…'
1 month, 3 weeks ago

LeBron James reveals retirement timeline: ‘I’m not going to play that much longer…'

Hindustan Times  

The Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James' NBA career is indisputably running out of fuel, and he's not one to deny it either. However, the elder James’ retirement question has long been on the mind since before he led the USA Basketball Men’s team to the Paris Olympics and subsequently returned as gold medal victors. LeBron James talks retirement “I’m …

LeBron James achieves a career first and Anthony Davis scores 40 in exciting Lakers win
1 month, 3 weeks ago

LeBron James achieves a career first and Anthony Davis scores 40 in exciting Lakers win

LA Times  

Lakers star LeBron James drives against San Antonio’s Stephon Castle during the first half of the Lakers’ 120-115 win to open NBA Cup play Friday. “Taking steps in the right direction.” Davis, who scored a season-high 40 points, worked from the block with Wembanyama on his hip and the shot clock running down, only to find a cutting LeBron James …

NBA Considering Major Format Changes for 2024 All-Star Game in San Francisco
2 months ago

NBA Considering Major Format Changes for 2024 All-Star Game in San Francisco

Associated Press  

The NBA is considering changes to the format of the All-Star Game, including getting away from the traditional four-quarter format. Commissioner Adam Silver has stated that the league is looking at alternative formats to make the game more competitive and entertaining for fans. The league has also expressed interest in expanding to two cities in the future, but nothing is …

LeBron James posts ‘surreal’ triple-double in Lakers’ comeback win over Kings
2 months, 1 week ago

LeBron James posts ‘surreal’ triple-double in Lakers’ comeback win over Kings

New York Times  

LeBron James posted his first triple-double of the season, including 16 points in the fourth quarter, as the Los Angeles Lakers improved to 3-0 for the first time since 2010-11 with a 131-127 defeat of the Sacramento Kings on Saturday night at Crypto.com Arena. “Just when you think he’s slowing down, man, he continues to show the world why he’s …

LeBron James' Statistical Ascent: Entering Year 22, James' Statistical Resume Only Keeps Growing
2 months, 3 weeks ago

LeBron James' Statistical Ascent: Entering Year 22, James' Statistical Resume Only Keeps Growing

Hindustan Times  

LeBron James continues his impressive statistical dominance, with his 22nd season averaging 27 points, 7 rebounds, and 7 assists. Despite being 40, he remains a consistent scorer and playmaker, aiming to surpass Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's record. James's pursuit of the scoring title is a testament to his unparalleled talent and longevity in the league.

LeBron James' Statistical Ascent: Entering Year 22, James' Statistical Resume Only Keeps Growing
2 months, 3 weeks ago

LeBron James' Statistical Ascent: Entering Year 22, James' Statistical Resume Only Keeps Growing

Associated Press  

LeBron James enters his 22nd season, keeping his statistical dominance. Despite being 40, he remains a scoring force, sitting at No. 2 in regular season points and 30th in career games. He's on pace to potentially catch Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's record, with the possibility of doing so as early as late November. James's consistency and longevity make him a force to …

LeBron James’ triple-double helps Lakers secure eighth place for play-in game
8 months, 3 weeks ago

LeBron James’ triple-double helps Lakers secure eighth place for play-in game

LA Times  

Lakers forward LeBron James, left, tries to power his way to the basket against Pelicans forward Zion Williamson in the first half Sunday. Sunday, in their final game of the regular season and in desperate need of a win, coach Darvin Ham had a feeling which version of James he’d get. “It lets us know — he’s pretty much always …

Nullified 3-pointer by James, shot clock malfunction make for lengthy ending to Warriors-Lakers
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Nullified 3-pointer by James, shot clock malfunction make for lengthy ending to Warriors-Lakers

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Steve Kerr has been part of plenty of exciting finishes between the Golden State Warriors and Los Angeles Lakers. The final 2 minutes, 7 seconds of the Warriors’ 128-121 victory over the Lakers took about 22 minutes to play, bogged down due to a pair of lengthy replay reviews — one that overturned an apparent 3-pointer by …

LeBron James finds special meaning in his record-setting 20th NBA All-Star Game
10 months, 3 weeks ago

LeBron James finds special meaning in his record-setting 20th NBA All-Star Game

LA Times  

Lakers star LeBron James dunks during the first half of the NBA All-Star Game on Sunday in Indianapolis. James acknowledged that the NBA and players need to figure out the All-Star Game, but James’ mere presence for a record-setting 20th time was special enough. “I think as a kid growing up and loving the game of basketball and watching the …

LeBron James’ All-Star longevity? Young NBA stars have taken note
10 months, 3 weeks ago

LeBron James’ All-Star longevity? Young NBA stars have taken note

LA Times  

Friday morning before gray skies opened up and pounded downtown Indianapolis with wet snow, NBA commissioner Adam Silver stood on stage with the NBA’s next big star, Victor Wembanyama. And then it comes down to skill.” Multiple players mentioned clips they’ve seen on social media of James working in the offseason have stuck with them as they became professionals, the …

Commentary: Players know the NBA All-Star Game might be too broken to fix
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Commentary: Players know the NBA All-Star Game might be too broken to fix

LA Times  

Lakers star Anthony Davis, right, controls the ball in front of Jalen Brunson of the New York Knicks during the NBA All-Star Game on Sunday. Following the highest-scoring All-Star Game in the league’s history, the NBA’s signature in-season event again feels at a crossroads as attempts to make Sunday’s closing event more competitive fell flat. “It’s an All-Star Game,” Anthony …

Hollinger: NBA All-Star Game seems to have its own games-played threshold
11 months ago

Hollinger: NBA All-Star Game seems to have its own games-played threshold

New York Times  

For the first time in NBA history, a player has been mathematically eliminated from the MVP race. However, Randle has been one of the league’s elite minutes sponges over the last several seasons, while Butler hasn’t played more than 65 games in a season since he was a Chicago Bull. • The Golden State Warriors visited the Grizzlies on Friday, …

LeBron James and Anthony Davis both ruled out for Lakers vs. East-leading Celtics
11 months, 1 week ago

LeBron James and Anthony Davis both ruled out for Lakers vs. East-leading Celtics

Associated Press  

BOSTON — Lakers stars LeBron James and Anthony Davis were both ruled out of Los Angeles’ national television matchup with the East-leading Celtics on Thursday night due to “active” injuries coach Darvin Ham said the team has been managing throughout the season. It’s the second straight game Davis has missed on the Lakers’ current six-game road trip. Ham said forward …

LeBron James makes NBA All-Star team for record 20th time, Kevin Durant for 14th time
11 months, 2 weeks ago

LeBron James makes NBA All-Star team for record 20th time, Kevin Durant for 14th time

Hindustan Times  

LeBron James joined yet another exclusive club, and he’ll have plenty of familiar faces alongside him at this season’s NBA All-Star Game. Joining James in the Western Conference starting lineup: Phoenix’s Kevin Durant, Denver’s Nikola Jokic, Dallas’ Luka Doncic and Oklahoma City’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the league's leader in 30-point games this season who edged perennial All-Star starter Stephen Curry of …

NBA All-Star starters announced: LeBron James, Tyrese Haliburton highlight lineups
11 months, 2 weeks ago

NBA All-Star starters announced: LeBron James, Tyrese Haliburton highlight lineups

New York Times  

LeBron James was selected to make his record-20th consecutive start in an NBA All-Star Game, while hometown hero Tyrese Haliburton was picked to make his first. James will be joined in the West by Dallas guard Luka Dončić, Oklahoma City guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Denver center and reigning NBA Finals MVP Nikola Jokic and Phoenix forward Kevin Durant — a 13-time …

Lakers newsletter: The in-season tournament and LeBron James have been the perfect couple
1 year, 1 month ago

Lakers newsletter: The in-season tournament and LeBron James have been the perfect couple

LA Times  

Hey everyone, I’m Dan Woike and welcome to a sinful Las Vegas edition of the Lakers newsletter, a place where we always split aces and always hit on 16 against face cards. For the guy with the meme-able memory and seemingly all of the answers, when James was asked during training camp if players would actually be excited about the …

Lakers’ LeBron James says ‘a lot’ needs to change after 44-point loss to 76ers
1 year, 1 month ago

Lakers’ LeBron James says ‘a lot’ needs to change after 44-point loss to 76ers

New York Times  

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James sustained the largest margin of defeat in his NBA career Monday night, losing 138-94 to the Philadelphia 76ers. Here’s what you need to know: After the 44-point loss, James told reporters “a lot” needs to change. — Jovan Buha November 28, 2023 76ers find 3-point rhythm Both the Lakers and Sixers entered Monday’s contest …

Inside the most lopsided loss of LeBron James’ career: ‘A lot’ needs to change
1 year, 1 month ago

Inside the most lopsided loss of LeBron James’ career: ‘A lot’ needs to change

LA Times  

Lakers star LeBron James drives to the basket during a 138-94 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday night. LeBron James sat on the end of the Lakers’ bench in Philadelphia, a city he hasn’t won a game in since 2017, and watched the numbers on the scoreboard turn. Following a good win Saturday in Cleveland, the Lakers seemed unraveled …

How LeBron James keeps raising the bar in his 21st season: ‘It’s me vs. Father Time’
1 year, 1 month ago

How LeBron James keeps raising the bar in his 21st season: ‘It’s me vs. Father Time’

New York Times  

Father Time remains undefeated, but LeBron James has him hanging on the ropes. But what’s been most impressive about this 21st season is that James, who has already established an unprecedented level of efficiency and longevity throughout his GOAT-level career, has somehow become even more efficient in 2023-24. “I don’t know,” James told reporters after the Los Angeles Lakers’ 105-104 …

Column: The Lakers need LeBron James to play great. That is not sustainable
1 year, 1 month ago

Column: The Lakers need LeBron James to play great. That is not sustainable

LA Times  

The Lakers’ LeBron James drives to the basket between the Rockets’ Dillon Brooks, left, and Fred VanVleet. “The LeBron we’ve all come to know and love over these 21 years,” Lakers coach Darvin Ham said. “I was like, ‘OK, I’ve got to turn it up a little bit even more with him in the building,’” James said. “I just told …

LeBron James’ NBA debut anniversary spoiled in Lakers’ overtime loss to Kings
1 year, 2 months ago

LeBron James’ NBA debut anniversary spoiled in Lakers’ overtime loss to Kings

LA Times  

Lakers star LeBron James drives to the basket in front of Sacramento Kings guard Kevin Huerter during the second quarter of the Lakers’ 132-127 overtime loss Sunday. Even after James forced Sunday’s game into overtime with a sweeping layup, the Lakers missed too many shots and wasted too many chances, losing 132-127 to the Kings in overtime in Sacramento. Lakers …

Lakers’ LeBron James returning to city where he made a dazzling debut
1 year, 2 months ago

Lakers’ LeBron James returning to city where he made a dazzling debut

LA Times  

LeBron James is returning to Sacramento, where 20 years ago he made his debut by scoring 25 points and finishing with nine assists, six rebounds and two steals against the Kings. Cam Reddish, 24, said he doesn’t have a “first memory” of James. I think that’s pretty self-explanatory.” Russell a mentor for Reddish D’Angelo Russell has grown into a mentor …

Lakers ride LeBron James past minutes restriction to eke out win over Kevin Durant, Suns
1 year, 2 months ago

Lakers ride LeBron James past minutes restriction to eke out win over Kevin Durant, Suns

New York Times  

LOS ANGELES — In between the third and fourth quarters of the Lakers’ 100-95 win over the Phoenix Suns on Thursday, head coach Darvin Ham pulled LeBron James aside from the team’s huddle. GO DEEPER Lakers plan to hold LeBron James to career-low in minutes per game this season Since the Denver loss, James’ minutes restriction had been a polarizing …

Five takeaways from the Lakers’ season-opening loss to the Nuggets
1 year, 2 months ago

Five takeaways from the Lakers’ season-opening loss to the Nuggets

LA Times  

The Lakers won the minutes they played LeBron James Tuesday, the 21-year veteran racing down the court with the ball past younger defenders and through weaker ones who were keeping up. “But this is the system in place and I’m going to follow it.” James said he wasn’t surprised or upset by the plan. Asked if the 30-minute cap would …

Lakers plan to hold LeBron James to career-low in minutes per game this season
1 year, 2 months ago

Lakers plan to hold LeBron James to career-low in minutes per game this season

New York Times  

DENVER — What stood out from the first game of LeBron James’ 21st NBA season maybe shouldn’t have. So of all the really good things LeBron showed in the Lakers’ 119-107 loss to the Denver Nuggets on Opening Night — the team-high 21 points on an efficient 10-of-16 shooting, the eight boards, five assists, and no turnovers — it was …

‘Sense of what we have’: Lakers like their NBA title chances
1 year, 2 months ago

‘Sense of what we have’: Lakers like their NBA title chances

LA Times  

LeBron James leads the Lakers into the season opener on Tuesday against All-Star center Nikola Jokic and the reigning champion Nuggets in Denver. “And it mentally drains you more than anything.” But as the Lakers enter this season, James’ 21st in the NBA, the vibes are completely different. “He might be Benjamin Button.” The biggest reason why everyone inside the …

‘A bunch of high-level thinkers’: Five storylines as the Lakers open the season
1 year, 2 months ago

‘A bunch of high-level thinkers’: Five storylines as the Lakers open the season

LA Times  

It is a known truth that the Lakers’ quest to hoist NBA championship banner No. “We’re just starting out on this journey,” coach Darvin Ham said, “and we got a bunch of high-level thinkers in our program top to bottom.” Here are five Lakers storylines heading into the season: Can they stay healthy? In the 56 games Davis played last …

The Lakers’ LeBron James is redefining NBA longevity as he reaches his 21st season
1 year, 2 months ago

The Lakers’ LeBron James is redefining NBA longevity as he reaches his 21st season

Associated Press  

EL SEGUNDO, Calif. — LeBron James is already the defining figure of this basketball era with his strength, skills, smarts and relentless will to win. Few have ever done it like James, whose ascent to the throne of the NBA’s oldest player caught his Lakers teammates by surprise. “He’s still out here making us look bad in practice.” James makes …

Why basketball superstar LeBron James is changing his jersey number for the game
1 year, 5 months ago

Why basketball superstar LeBron James is changing his jersey number for the game

Hindustan Times  

LeBron James is changing his jersey number from No. LeBron James "It's LeBron's decision," his agent, Rich Paul, told ESPN's Dave McMenamin. 6 jersey would be retired across every NBA team to honour the life and legacy of the 11-time NBA champion and civil rights activist. 23 jersey when he first played for Cleveland Cavaliers after being the first pick …

How Lakers’ LeBron James, Anthony Davis revamped their games to lead a title contender
1 year, 7 months ago

How Lakers’ LeBron James, Anthony Davis revamped their games to lead a title contender

New York Times  

Anthony Davis leaned back and scrunched his face when asked what he remembers about the Denver Nuggets after facing them in the 2020 Western Conference finals in the NBA bubble. “It’s hard to say just because they’re a different team,” Davis said after the Los Angeles Lakers’ series-clinching Game 6 victory over the Golden State Warriors in the Western Conference …

AP source: Lakers bracing for James to miss multiple weeks
1 year, 10 months ago

AP source: Lakers bracing for James to miss multiple weeks

Associated Press  

LeBron James of the Los Angeles Lakers may miss multiple weeks with an injury to his right foot, a person familiar with the situation said Monday night. The Lakers had already ruled James — the NBA’s all-time leading scorer — out for Tuesday’s game at Memphis with what they called right foot soreness. The importance of this game and then …

LeBron James 'could MISS multiple weeks' in blow to LA Lakers
1 year, 10 months ago

LeBron James 'could MISS multiple weeks' in blow to LA Lakers

Daily Mail  

Los Angeles Lakers have been left sweating on the health of star LeBron James with fears he could be out hurt for an extended spell, according to reports. The NBA's all-time leading scorer was officially ruled out of Lakers' Tuesday game vs. Memphis Grizzlies on Monday night, a day after he sustained a right foot injury but his absence could …

Lakers suddenly have a deep roster to pick up the slack when the stars struggle
1 year, 10 months ago

Lakers suddenly have a deep roster to pick up the slack when the stars struggle

New York Times  

LOS ANGELES — LeBron James set the stakes for the final 23 games of the Lakers’ regular season during his media availability at All-Star weekend. “It’s the type of mindset that I have, and I hope the guys will have, coming back off the break.” In their first game back from the one-week hiatus, the Lakers executed James’ directives, defeating …

LeBron James determined to keep Lakers from missing playoffs despite All-Star game injury
1 year, 10 months ago

LeBron James determined to keep Lakers from missing playoffs despite All-Star game injury

Hindustan Times  

LeBron James is determined to avoid missing the NBA playoffs for a second straight year. The Los Angeles Lakers star has been dealing with injuries recently and suffered a right hand injury during Sunday's NBA All-Star Game. "I've always been confident in any club that I've been on, once we got into the playoffs, that we can compete with anyone …

Commentary: NBA has a problem: The All-Star Game is not much of a game
1 year, 10 months ago

Commentary: NBA has a problem: The All-Star Game is not much of a game

LA Times  

Team LeBron forward Paul George easily glides to the basket for a dunk during the NBA All-Star Game on Sunday in Salt Lake City. “Embarrassing.” All-Star weekend, one of the NBA’s marquee showcases alongside Christmas Day and the playoffs, was once again an emotionless mess — the best players in the NBA allowing one another to either score on unchecked …

LeBron James turns focus to Lakers’ playoff push after loss in All-Star Game
1 year, 10 months ago

LeBron James turns focus to Lakers’ playoff push after loss in All-Star Game

LA Times  

Lakers star LeBron James played 14 minutes and had 13 points in the first half at the All-Star Game on Sunday before sitting out with a finger injury. “So I hope I can figure out a way to just make sure that I’m available on the floor every single night for these 23 games to give us a chance, give …

LeBron: Lakers’ final games are 23 ‘of the most important’ of career, will try to play in all
1 year, 10 months ago

LeBron: Lakers’ final games are 23 ‘of the most important’ of career, will try to play in all

New York Times  

SALT LAKE CITY – Fresh off becoming the NBA’s all-time leading scorer, LeBron James has a seemingly smaller, less significant new goal — one he’s already accomplished time and again throughout his storied career. “It’s 23 of the most important games of my career for a regular season,” James said Sunday, a few hours before the All-Star Game. “I’m going …

NBA All-Star weekend: What time is the game? What’s new?
1 year, 10 months ago

NBA All-Star weekend: What time is the game? What’s new?

LA Times  

Lakers star LeBron James drives on Indiana Pacers guard Buddy Hield during a game on Feb. 2. Denver’s Michael Malone will coach Team LeBron while Boston’s Joe Mazzulla will coach Team Giannis. Starting in 2020, the All-Star Game format changed with the game’s winner being determined by reaching a target score, which is the leading team’s overall total after three …

LeBron James breaks all-time NBA scoring record
1 year, 11 months ago

LeBron James breaks all-time NBA scoring record

The Independent  

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LeBron James Breaks Kareem Abdul-Jabbar NBA Scoring Record
1 year, 11 months ago

LeBron James Breaks Kareem Abdul-Jabbar NBA Scoring Record

ABP News  

Los Angeles Lakers LeBron James has overtaken the long-standing NBA scoring record, held by former Lakers icon Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Wednesday morning. 38-year-old James, in his 20th season, with his 38,388th point became the NBA all-time score leader, breaking Abdul-Jabbar's 38,387 points previous long-standing record. James achieved the NBA all-time scoring record milestone with lesser …

LeBron James Becomes NBA’s All-time Leading Scorer
1 year, 11 months ago

LeBron James Becomes NBA’s All-time Leading Scorer

News 18  

Los Angeles Lakers’ forward LeBron James on Tuesday became National Basketball Association’s all-time leading scorer. Turkey Earthquake: Cristiano Ronaldo Donates Signed Jersey For Auction A four-time NBA champion, four-time MVP and four-time Finals MVP, the 38-year-old James refuses to show any signs of ageing and remains a dominant force in the league. James is the only active player in the …

As LeBron James makes history, his Lakers come to grips with their dire present
1 year, 11 months ago

As LeBron James makes history, his Lakers come to grips with their dire present

New York Times  

LOS ANGELES – Before each game, LeBron James takes a black Sharpie and writes “The Man in the Arena” on the side of his sneakers. So he did What the sports world says about LeBron James, NBA’s new scoring leader: ‘An iconic figure’ John Hollinger: LeBron James’ scoring record won’t be unbreakable. But it’ll be pretty close David Aldridge: As …

LeBron James had every intention of breaking the NBA scoring record against the Thunder. So he did
1 year, 11 months ago

LeBron James had every intention of breaking the NBA scoring record against the Thunder. So he did

New York Times  

LOS ANGELES — LeBron James wore a black blazer, black dress shirt with the collar open and the top buttons unfastened, thick, gold chains and a gaudy gold pendant in the lapel of his jacket. “I write ‘the man in the arena’ on my shoe every single night from Theodore Roosevelt — tonight, I actually felt like I was sitting …

As LeBron James tops the NBA’s scoring mountain, don’t forget Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s excellence
1 year, 11 months ago

As LeBron James tops the NBA’s scoring mountain, don’t forget Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s excellence

New York Times  

To appreciate Kareem Abdul-Jabbar is to appreciate the bricklayer. At the top of his jump, the ball coming out of his hand, almost elegantly, the dance partner of Fred Astaire, or whoever is good this year on “Dancing With the Stars.” GO DEEPER Kareem 'thrilled’ LeBron broke scoring record It was, of course, the Sky Hook – indefatigable, unstoppable, an …

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