It seems the love towards Los Angeles Lakers?superstar LeBron James will never stop, especially from Draymond Green. It’s no doubt the four-time champion?is one of the important representatives of the NBA, considering his fanbase and popularity all over the world. Many believe James is the face of the league today, amid a lot of other famous stars in the league. Along with them, Golden States Warriors forward Draymond Green believes the same, giving high praise to the 4-time MVP when he can.?
Green’s recent take on the Lakers forward has caught the attention of the NBA buffs, as it has stirred up a small debate on Twitter. Green, in a recent interview with USA TODAY Sports, showered his tributes for James, which some fans do not seem to approve of.
Draymond Green explains why LeBron James is the greatest face of the league
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This is not the first time Green is giving James his flowers. On frequent occasions like his podcast, ‘The Draymond Green Show’, the Warriors star has not failed to appreciate ‘King James’. In his recent interview, Green mentioned,?“I recently said he?s the greatest face the NBA has ever had”.
He goes on to explain,?“Think about the age we live in, cameras and social media. He’s never had a scandal.”?He added,?“Never been arrested, never photo’d drunk. Those things go hand in hand, with durability, longevity, consistency”.
Though a few agree with Green, many seemingly did not. A recent tweet from NBA Central shared the interview, which has attracted the interest of fans.
Here are some of the reactions from NBA Twitter:
all that and curry, jordan and kobe are still more inspirational. and better.
— Aaron V (@KobesPupil) February 2, 2023
When will the glazing stop??
— Osh (@itsoshh) February 2, 2023
Jordan has never had a scandal. The face of the league now and forever
— ᴅ ʀ ᴇ ᴡ (@FeelLikeDrew) February 2, 2023
This guy sucks off bron like nobody else
— Bruin (@Bruin4Gaza) February 2, 2023
https://twitter.com/FrankBurner2/status/1621202483488907265?s=20
Lmfao bruh that’s basic standard I also never get arrested and photo drunk lmfao
— quiet podmond 👑 🦁 (@PooleParty0003) February 2, 2023
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Fans believe there are numerous other stars in the league who are doing the same thing as James. They also believe that?Michael Jordan, the face of the league during his era,?had a huge and positive impact.?
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