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USA Today via Reuters

The beauty of the sports world is that it never discriminates. The same has been further strengthened by the actions of the fans and teams of appreciating athletes across sports. It was visible in the recent interactions between the MLB, NBA, and NFL. Now, the 2020 World Series Champions Los Angeles Dodgers have added another chapter to this beautiful cross-sports engagement.

Reportedly, the Dodgers have introduced bobbleheads of the star NBA player LeBron James and will release them in August. The news comes in after his drop in the highest-paid athletes’ rankings. Given the unique nature and timing of the update, it attracted reactions from the fans, who chimed in with their comments on the move.

Los Angeles Dodgers to release LeBron James bobbleheads!

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It has been a month of interaction between the different sports and the leagues. Just a day earlier, a top NBA prospect, Victor Wembanyama, started the proceedings of a baseball game for the New York Yankees. Also, the Atlanta Hawks star Trae Young was seen enjoying his father’s day at the Dodgers stadium. Now, another addition will be there through the collaboration between the Dodgers and the Lakers.

Jomboy Media shared information about it on their Instagram handle. It read, “The Dodgers are giving away LeBron James bobbleheads on August 19th.” They added, “Crossover promos are fun.”

 

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But it seems fans are not entirely happy with it and have shared mixed responses on this move. One fan took an interesting take and shared, “If the Dodgers get Shohei, LeBron will try to join the team.” While one fan criticized the move and said,” Dodgers giving out bobbleheads of Red Sox ownership? well thought out promo.”

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Notably, the release date is months before the start of the new NBA season and after James lost the title of the highest-paid athlete in the USA to Lionel Messi!

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The Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has lost a place on the pay list after Messi’s move to the US. James was one of the highest-paid athletes in the country, but the latest deal of $150 million changed the scene. He has moved down the list after his expected earnings of $47 million this year with the Lakers.

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Although Messi’s contract has pushed the player down. But the 100 million worth James got an enormous boost from the Los Angeles Dodgers move to release bobbleheads in his honor. As James prepares for the new season, this move can motivate him to work even harder. It is likely to help him engage with more fans. What do you think about it? Share your thoughts on this unique move in the comments below!

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