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As the MLB post-season is beginning today, all eyes are on the game between the Dodgers and the Diamondbacks. LeBron James, who shares a warm friendship with the Dodgers outfielder Mookie Betts, shared his support for the Los Angeles team on Instagram. It was on-the-money moment for the man with a golden arm that has captivated all the fans of the sport.
Will the King show up for this crucial game as he did the other day? It must be thrilling to have one of the best athletes in the world as a fan of the Dodgers.
That Crowning Moment
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In the stadium, LeBron James and Mookie Betts had a game-recognized-game moment when Betts hit two home runs to secure a 3-1 series win over the Marlins. LeBron not only tipped his hat, but literally crowned Mookie in front of the packed stadium to show his admiration. Thus, it is no surprise that he is following the game between the Diamondbacks and the Dodgers. Have a look at LeBron’s Instagram post below.
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The Dodgers and the Diamondbacks had a fierce rivalry in the 2010s. Since then, the Dodgers have won a World Series Championship in 2020, while the Diamondbacks are still craving to add to the only championship that they won in 2001.
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This postseason game, and the series have a considerable buildup already, and superstars like LeBron are just taking this to another level.
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What About The King?
LeBron is gearing up for his Laker duties. Though he will not be playing in the preseason opener against the Golden State Warriors, he is very much ready for the season. There is a video doing the rounds in which LeBron is asked how he feels about being the oldest player in the league. He answers it with a thunderous slam dunk.
LeBron is gunning for his fifth title. Lakers have re-tuned their already well built roster from last year. They brought in Jaxson Hayes and Christian Wood to pose the length that they were missing against the Denver Nuggets. By the look of things, the Nuggets vs the Lakers season opener is going to be a barn burner, as both teams would want to exert their dominance.
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LeBron is the template for consummate professionalism. People from any walk of life could take inspiration from him. Thus, Mookie Betts must be truly happy to have the King as his friend.