After the Los Angeles Lakers came crashing down in the Western Conference Finals, several reports suggested that LeBron James might consider retirement. Meanwhile, NBA analysts were swift with their opinions on the rumor. However, a former NBA Champion got mercilessly roasted on live TV when he tried to crack a joke about King James’ retirement. In response to the perceived insult, fans flooded social media with hilarious comments.

The Akron Hammer completed his 20th season’s campaign on Monday night with a 40-pointer. Despite his age, the superstar has remained at the top of his game in every single season. Notably, he broke a personal record on Monday night for most points in the first half of a Playoffs game. However, James’ doubtful words in the post-game press conference triggered the speculation about him hanging his boots.

A joke on LeBron James’ retirement got an NBA Champion roasted

Addressing the press after the Monday night game, LeBron James’ doubtful words triggered retirement rumors across the NBA world. He said, “We’ll see what happens going forward… personally going forward with the game of basketball. A lot to think about.” Following the statement, basketball analysts went haywire with opinions.

However, jumping on the bandwagon, ESPN’s analyst Richard Jefferson cracked a joke only to be roasted back by the show’s host, Malika Andrews. In an attempt to take a dig at his fellow analyst, Kendrick Perkins, the former NBA Champion said, “Do you think it’s a better chance of LeBron retiring or Perk going on a diet?” However, Andrews’ response left Jefferson stunned in silence, as she said, “It’s right up there with you growing a full head of hair.”

Moreover, this isn’t the first time Jefferson got himself roasted on a live telecast. A few days back, he emerged as a meme content when Perkins roasted him on national television.

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In response to the roast, fans swarmed the social media comments section with hilarious opinions. One user said, “He definitely called her a “b****” in his head.”

Fans rip apart Jefferson on Twitter comments

A video clip of the live telecast featured on Twitter, garnering a plethora of reactions from fans. Here are some reactions from NBA Twitter.

The rumors also took a serious turn when a recent trade rumor about Trae Young going to the Lakers further intensified the usual postseason wildfire.

Of course, fans have to wait for the official announcement from the management – until then the news stays a rumor. 

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