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USA Today via Reuters

LeBron James refuses to age and to play as expected as he redefines basketball skills and ability. On December 2, the veteran NBA star demonstrated great skill by scoring a 360-degree layup against the Houston Rockets which amazed viewers across social media. As spectators marveled at his agility and finesse, LeBron had a message for his doubters: “I’ve been in this mood for more than twenty years.” It is more than a declaration of LeBron’s ironclad dedication to the sport but it summarizes the unprecedented standards of skill and ability that he set for others in basketball redefinition.

The unbelievable 360-Degree layup: LeBron’s timeless magic

When Lebron James displayed a trick that contradicted his 21 seasons as a player, it was in the second quarter. A forward of Rockets spun LeBron in the baseline and Eason pressed towards him. However, he performed an impressive 360° maneuver to dribble past Jeff Green and completed with a perfect layup which rendered a shock of astonishment among both his spectators and rivals.

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In response to the viral moment, Lebron James Posted an Instagram post and delivered a simple yet powerful message to those who may doubt his capabilities: “Old Man Wise still got the game in a chokehold. It’s been over two decades I’ve been in this mode.” With this, we get to realize that this old man is not only still in shape, but he is also playing the best basketball in modern times.

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LeBron’s flamboyant court play not only shows his athleticism but also illustrates how he has reshaped basketball. The spread of his wonderful move with the hashtag #LeBron360 demonstrated that with age comes experience for this veteran player. As the years go by, LeBron’s 360-degree layup demonstrates his devotion to perfection.

Lakers championship aspirations rely on the ageless maestro

Throughout the summer, the LA Lakers were strategically moving around securing key extensions and retaining important players, with LeBron James holding the center of the team looking for the championship title. Astutely adding Anthony Davis and keeping its main players would not be enough for the Lakers as it still depends on James entirely.

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The four-time MVP not only has shown some of the most impressive stats for an offense but also has remained a reliable engine of the team’s game. However, with offensive challenges persisting among other key players, the question looms, are the Lakers going to find a magic potion to lighten the burden off LeBron? With, let’s say a game-changer trade like Zach Lavine or a combo deal including DeMar DeRozan and Alex Caruso? The final nail in the coffin for the Lakers’ championship hopes depends on the master’s final blow.

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