Knicks’ Legend Expresses His Sympathy for LeBron James by Comparing Him to Michael Jordan’s Early Years With the Chicago Bulls

LeBron James is among the best to play in the NBA. At 37 years of age, he defies the odds and continues to put up strong numbers for his Los Angeles Lakers. Despite the team’s poor run this season, the ‘King’ does not seem to back down. In fact, he remains the frontman of the franchise and carries the hopes of the fanbase on his shoulders. At present, he averages 29.7 points, 6.2 assists, and 8.2 rebounds. In fact, he became the first player to have at least 30K points, 10K assists, and 10K rebounds.

The surprising nosedive from the Lakers has led to many expressing their sympathies for LeBron, especially since he continues to dominate the league. One such person is Knicks’ legend, Charles Oakley. In a recent interview, Oakley spoke about how he felt bad for LeBron and compared the King’s current situation in LA to Michael Jordan’s early years with the Chicago Bulls.

Charles Oakley on LeBron James

During a recent episode on ‘Club Shay Shay’, Charles Oakley and Shannon Sharpe spoke about LeBron James. Oakley began by praising LeBron for his on-court and off-court achievements. Thereafter, he expressed his sympathies for the ‘King’.

“I just feel bad for him (LeBron James) about the situations that are going on in LA right now,” said Oakley.

“Last time I’ve seen a situation like this with a superstar was with MJ, first 5-6 years in the league when I come over to the Bulls. Getting 30, 8, and 8, and still losing 0.500 team,” explained Oakley.

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Thereafter, Oakley added that LeBron might have to leave the Lakers for better pastures in order to win another ring. These pastures included teams such as the Phoenix Suns and the Philadelphia 76ers.

In Conclusion

Clearly, Oakley has his sympathies for LeBron. He feels that the ‘King’ deserves to win another title and this may require LeBron to join a new team. But the Lakers won’t give up LeBron so easily. After all, he was a major reason behind ending the franchise’s playoff and championship drought. So they will have plans to keep LeBron in order to win their 18th championship.

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As for LeBron, the best thing that he can do is continue to do what he always does – put up strong performances. At present, this seems to be the only way to salvage wins in the remaining games left. With the season on the line, fans will hope for LeBron to carry the team. However, regardless of this season’s outcome, one must appreciate the greatness of the ‘King’.