?Should Be a National Holiday?: LeBron James? 39000 Points Milestone Triggers a Demand from 1X NBA Champ

With a 3-pointer in the opening minutes of the first quarter, he has done it. While he took over sole possession of most points in NBA history, LeBron James is now the only player with 39,000 points. Even though it’s been an inevitability for some point, that does not take away from the sheer magnitude of the moment.

Whether fan or critic, one has to appreciate the greatness on display by LeBron. As congratulatory wishes pour in for the ‘King’ from all over the world, a former Lakers star takes to his social media to give his take on the ‘Greatest of All-Time’ debate.

Former Lakers star on LeBron James?s recent milestone

In a recent ?X? post, former Lakers star Metta World Peace praises the 38-year-old Lakers superstar for his basketball excellence. He mentions in his ?X? post, ?Happy 39 – What a special day. Should be a National Holiday. Day of the 39. You have to be somewhere around number 1 all the time to do this.? Metta World Peace is a onetime NBA champion, who played in the iconic 2010 Lakers team. Despite being involved in multiple controversies in his NBA career, Metta World Peace has always been a talented basketball player who knows what it takes to be the ?best in the league?.

Metta World Peace is an ardent Lakers fan, who played under the Kobe Bryant-led Lakers. Therefore, as a player, he knows how much sacrifice it takes to continue to be the best in the league despite an athlete?s injuries and mental well-being. Just like everybody else, he understands he is witnessing something truly special with LeBron James in the Lakers this season.

LeBron James sits alone on the throne

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Despite being the oldest player in the league, LeBron James has been a model of consistency this season as well. Whether it be on the offensive or defensive end, the 4-time MVP continues to be the anchor of the young Lakers squad. The 38-year-old Lakers superstar has been extremely effective on the court this season, averaging 25.7 points, 8.1 rebounds and 6.7 assists per game! His current pace is relatively dangerous, and he shows no signs of slowing down. That excellence led to a relatively quiet celebration in the arena when he achieved the 39,000 points milestone in the Lakers’ win against the Utah Jazz.

As a guaranteed future NBA Hall of Famer, LeBron has been ?on point? on-court and off-court for over 20 years in the league. Many still criticize LeBron and his fans for claiming that he is the ?greatest player of all time?, but every fan is entitled to their opinion, especially if they have such a strong case for it.

What are your thoughts on Metta World Peace?s take on LeBron?s 39,000 points milestone? Let us know in the comments below!

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