Kobe Bryant’s Brutal Prediction About LeBron James’ Downfall in LA Comes to Light Amid Crisis at Lakers

Los Angeles Lakers are going through a tough time. They assembled a massive roster during the off-season, but have been struggling to perform consistently this season. Amidst the struggle, the team’s form has frustrated LeBron James, leading to confusion on his future in LA. However, Lakers legend Kobe Bryant predicted the same during James’ arrival in LA.

King James has been performing well this season despite the team’s woes. However, he has been criticized for his role in the trade deals for the Lakers. But LeBron is competitive and has a few championships in his sight before retiring.

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While the Lakers, as a whole, have been poor this season, many have blamed LeBron for the team’s current struggles. Lakers legend Kobe Bryant once predicted that James isn’t a savage competitor like him and isn’t built for the Lakers. Kobe also explained his rationale, stating he and Michael Jordan are ‘savage competitors’ and LeBron isn’t.

Doug Gottlieb reveals Kobe Bryant’s take on LeBron James at the Lakers

During a recent episode of ‘The Doug Gottlieb Show’, Doug revealed his conversations with Kobe Bryant. He also recalled what Kobe had to say about the Lakers bringing LeBron James to the LA.

“LeBron was coming to town. It was already done, and he (Kobe Bryant) said to me unequivocally, ‘LeBron does not get to know or understand LA and he’s not built for it the way I’m built for it’,” Doug said.

Kobe told Doug Gottlieb: “I took negativity, and it fueled me. And when there was negativity with me and Shaq, it fueled me. It’s like that’s not what fuels LeBron. He’s just built different. He’s not the savage competitor that me and Mike are. Like I want to kill. I’m the type of killer that wants to kill you and your whole family. LeBron just wants to be loved. Wants to play ball, wants to win games. But he is not the killer that me and Mike are.”

The Lakers currently sit 9th in the Western Conference table with a 27-33 record. There’s a high chance of them playing in the play-in tournament after the end of the regular season.

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James has a contract with the Lakers till 2023, but he has kept his options open. His desire, for now, is to play alongside his son, Bronny James, before his retirement from the game.