‘He’s Been Doing It For So Long’: Tiger Woods Once Had the Highest Order of Appreciation for LeBron James’ Contribution to the ‘Brutal’ Sport

Athletes always appreciate legendary players, despite their respective sports. The same was the case for LeBron James, who was appreciated greatly by golf legend, Tiger Woods back in 2020. The American professional basketball player is part of the Lakers team in the NBA. Nicknamed “King James,” he is known for his outstanding performances throughout his career. The golf legend has been following his game, and his respect for the Lakers player has increased.

Back in 2020, the reporter asked the golf legend about the G.O.A.T. debate that was going on in the world of basketball. Woods, being the G.O.A.T. of golf himself, highlighted the rich possibility of LeBron being the rightful candidate. His performance has been excellent, and the golf legend could not stop appreciating him. 

Why was Tiger Woods impressed by LeBron James?

Talking about LeBron, Woods found it unbelievable how the Lakers player had achieved so much and sustained it. However, he has developed his game and is well-rounded. The pro golfer went on appreciating the ability of LeBron of not getting hurt in a brutal game like basketball. He said, “He’s played in on different teams and won championships and every stop he’s been at, and the fact that he’s been doing it for so long, in a sport that’s so brutal, and the fact that he doesn’t miss games.”

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The former no.1 added that the NBA star has never been hurt, and he has sustained much wear and tear however, he never missed a single game. “He’s truly a freak of nature in that regard,” said Woods. James has been able to take care of his body and his form and has been able to carry his great game for an extended period of time, which was commendable.

Astonishment surrounded Woods at James’ great game. He could not wrap his head around the fact that he had reached the top and was able to be consistent. According to the pro golfer, thinking about the pro basketball player that he could not play or continue for more years was a scary feeling. However, someday it would end. Even though Woods was aware of it, he wanted LeBron to play for a very long time.

What was the conclusion of the G.O.A.T. debate?

People always compare LeBron to Michael Jordan when it comes to the greatest of all-time basketball players; therefore, Woods also had a remark on that matter. According to Woods, MJ is a more prolific scorer, and LeBron is more of a facilitator. However, they both can score well either way.  

James was the perfect hybrid of Magic Johnson and MJ. And it’s remarkable how well he scores in every possible way. Even though, the former basketball player, Magic Johnson, was the only player who could play all five positions. And LeBron was able to do the same; he could play all five at any given time, said Woods.

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