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Mar 27, 2022; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (6) walks off the court at the end of the second quarter of their game against the New Orleans Pelicans at the Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Chuck Cook-USA TODAY Sports
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Mar 27, 2022; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (6) walks off the court at the end of the second quarter of their game against the New Orleans Pelicans at the Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Chuck Cook-USA TODAY Sports
The Lakers were the biggest failure story of this season. Having 3 potential MVP caliber players on their team, the purple and gold missed the postseason altogether. While Anthony Davis and Westbrook had their troubles, the King was on fire all season long. Unfortunately, LeBron James picked up an ankle injury leaving him out for the entire season. And fans took to Twitter to react to the news.
LeBron made history with his record-breaking season. The 37-year-old was the only consistent performer on the Lakers. In his 19th season, the King averaged 30 points per game and made his way into multiple record books. However, he did not see any team success.
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Mar 27, 2022; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (6) reacts toward the fans after making a 3-point field goal in the first quarter against the New Orleans Pelicans at the Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Chuck Cook-USA TODAY Sports
Likewise, fans were not kind as they ripped into the King for stat padding.
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LeBron James receives heat despite the historic season
While James enjoyed the season from an individual standpoint, his team did not benefit much. The Lake show has won just 31 games with the plague of injuries ruining their season. In addition, there was no chemistry on the roster. But with LeBron’s season coming to an end, they went at him for chasing personal glory.
While the King did have his time, all his efforts were necessary. Despite averaging 30 points on efficient shooting, James’ efforts came up short every time. He had to push himself to the limit to even get the Lakers close to victory. Notably, even the times he scored 50, the Lakers won by 13 and 8.
Bruh how can this man even tweet this shit ? Straight stat padded the whole season and used Westbrook as the scapegoat…. Bummmmm https://t.co/ZPfTwn6qDA
— SP420 (@TommyBunzBundy) April 8, 2022
Bron should retire this season imo.
I'm tired of these waisted seasons playing great basketball but gets hurt a lot carrying the team, can't play 60 games can't compete for MVPs and scoring titles cuz of that also early exists every year.
enough. https://t.co/6PmvPra3BP— LeFMVPsoon 🐐 (@dolphschayes12) April 9, 2022
Can someone screenshot this trash?
Man said he gave it his all,but played ZERO defense.
Couldn't lead a team to even 20th place in the West but he's asking to be Kinged.
He doesn't realize that each time he makes these bogus claims,an embarrassment is nearby.Clown James. https://t.co/ONGcCEdyq7
— GrowlerWashingtonJr. (@treadmill09) April 9, 2022
King you for what? Steph did the same thing last year with a worse team and better record and everyone slandered him lmao https://t.co/9w5TOodie6
— . (@2811myblock) April 8, 2022
This dude is so fucking fake, “I wish it was done in a winning fashion” your bum ass was stat padding the entire season and NOW you have regrets? Get this phony GOAT the FUCK OUTTA HERE https://t.co/iXUZzt6IT5
— A🏀A (@whateverbs99) April 8, 2022
You played no defense all year buddy. Cant wait to see the disasterclass LeGM puts on this off-season https://t.co/bxT6Qjvrvi
— Bob Stromboli (@STROMBOLI_man) April 8, 2022
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his numbers only looked this good because he played in like 50 games 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭 stat packing king or washed king, you pick the name, either works https://t.co/wbr5ISwcOp
— Skip Sayless (@skipsayless69) April 8, 2022
When it comes to his individual achievements, The Akron Hammer made history. Notably, he is now number 2 on the all time scoring list only behind Kareem. In addition, he is the only player in the 10k points, assists and rebounds club. With the Lakers surely coming with a different look next season, James will look for his fifth year.
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Also, he will most likely become the all-time scorer and climb to the pinnacle of NBA greats. Do you think LeBron can be in the GOAT conversation without another championship? Let us know in the comments below.
