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Feb 12, 2022; San Francisco, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (6) reacts after being fouled while shooting a three point shot against the Golden State Warriors in the fourth quarter at the Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 12, 2022; San Francisco, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (6) reacts after being fouled while shooting a three point shot against the Golden State Warriors in the fourth quarter at the Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports
The Los Angeles Lakers have been enduring a never-ending nightmare this season. A complete 180 from the expectations that were set on them at the start of the season. Furthermore, even LeBron James isn’t able to change the Lakers’ narrative this season.
At 37 years old, LeBron has been consistently providing the Lakers with impactful performances, but to no avail. In their most recent matchup, the Lakers fell to the Pelicans in a 28 point loss.
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Although the ‘King’ would finish the game with 32 points, there would be a moment during the game when he was booed by the Lakers crowd for a turnover. Following this was the booing from the fans which took the Twitterverse by storm.
Twitter Reacts to the Booing Towards LeBron James
It was midway into the 3rd quarter when the booing took place. LeBron would attempt a pass to the opposite corner towards Talen Horton-Tucker, only for it to go out of bounds. To make matters worse, it was the Lakers’ 18th turnover, and they were already down by 19 points.
In light of this, several fans took to Twitter expressing their views on the Lakers’ fanbase. They claimed that the city of LA doesn’t deserve LeBron despite him giving the franchise their 17th title.
LA doesn’t deserve you king come to Oklahoma City https://t.co/dlQCS5OZ9A
— rylee (@thunderfanrylee) February 28, 2022
Wish lebron never went to the lakers! He helped lead them to A championship after years of not attracting big name free agents. Their fans don’t appreciate him at all. When the team didn’t do shit the last 4-5 years before his arrival. Their ungrateful
— Moe (@LILC_MOE) February 28, 2022
They don't deserve LeBron.
— I Drink and I know things (@Ryan_Donahue1) February 28, 2022
they don't deserve him man https://t.co/33bDufAHMm
— 🛸👾 (@clappedsashi) February 28, 2022
On the other hand, many fans felt that LeBron and the Lakers deserved to be booed for the way they played. A 28 point loss is shocking, especially against a team that is contending with them for a spot in the playoffs.
As they should. LeBum ruined us
— . (@HonestTrumpster) February 28, 2022
Deserved https://t.co/3e4vkutAB1
— Karil (@karil_cueto) February 28, 2022
They deserve it. Sorry ass team https://t.co/WvbLa5piew
— Mack 🏁 (@ctv_mack) February 28, 2022
Well deserved https://t.co/JDFgV7MhBe
— Vincent Washington (@goat11111111) February 28, 2022
However, there were some fans who pointed out that the turnover was Talen Horton-Tucker’s fault. They argued that he should have followed the line of the ball when LeBron made the pass.
Why didn’t Tucker go corner? lol he started going right for no reason
— michael (@michae1craig) February 28, 2022
Why he didn't he slide corner?? https://t.co/GIWgLzQKQj
— Jello (@IamJeello) February 28, 2022
Id blame THT for this https://t.co/hLzC21Q0Eo
— Coleman Chennault (@ColemanChennau1) February 28, 2022
In Conclusion
Clearly, LeBron and the Lakers have a lot going on this season. With minimal success, the hopes for a turnaround diminish day by day. Furthermore, several eyebrows have been raised regarding James’ future in LA.
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This is especially true after his statement to ‘The Athletic’ about not closing the door on a Cavs return. Moreover, the injuries to the roster and poor performances from Westbrook have only added to the spoils.
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Feb 12, 2022; San Francisco, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (6) reacts after being called for a foul against the Golden State Warriors in the fourth quarter at the Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports
Although the hopes for a top 8 finish in the West are diminishing, the Lakers can still hope to make the playoffs via the play-in tournament. But, things will be tough again once they enter the playoffs. If they qualify as the 8th seed, they will most likely match up against the Phoenix Suns or the Golden State Warriors. Furthermore, if they lose in the playoffs, it will be another season of failure.
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In essence, Laker fans expect their team to win every year. Maybe this expectation stems from the success of winning 17 titles. Additionally, when a great like LeBron is present, expectations are bound to rise higher than ever. Regardless, fans should never forget LeBron’s title contribution and must be grateful to the ‘King’.
