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Feb 7, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (6) speaks after breaking the record for all-time scoring in the NBA during the third quarter against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (6) speaks after breaking the record for all-time scoring in the NBA during the third quarter against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports
The Los Angeles Lakers haven’t had much to cheer about this season. However, that seems to come to an end as an epic celebration ensues finally. The NBA world is taking a bow to their King after LeBron James destroyed a 38-year-old record at the age of 38. If one looks at it from a holistic view, it feels like King James was born to topple the record. After completing one of the greatest achievements of his career on Tuesday, James had a savage diss waiting for his sons in the locker room.
King James on Tuesday became the all-time leading scorer in the NBA, surpassing another Lakers legend, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. As fans went crazy on Twitter, they also noticed how after the celebrations James hilariously dissed his kids in the locker room.
Fans join in as LeBron James takes a hilarious dig at his kids after All-Time feat
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As the celebrations for the monumental achievement died down, King James headed to the locker room with his family. Despite the loss against the Oklahoma City Thunder, James was elated and had a little bit of humor as he trolled his kids Bronny and Bryce, as can be seen from this Hoop Central clip now making rounds on social media.
“So which one of you tryin to break my record?” asked James. While his kids shook their heads in disbelief, Bronny showed a little courage as he said “gonna be two and three“. Subsequently, James chuckled while acknowledging his statement, ” Oh, y’all gonna be #2 and #3“
Fans loved the interaction as they swarmed Twitter with their funny reactions. Here are some fan tweets.
— ‘Berto’ (@warriorsinpho) February 8, 2023
Bryce like “no tf we not 🥴”
— 🔝🖐🏿 (@ItsMyQ) February 8, 2023
The pressure is unreal
— CasMack (@CasMack4) February 8, 2023
Both of them had the look like “you know damn well we ant hitting that record “ lol
— Brennan (@BrennanWard9707) February 8, 2023
Bryce said “38,000 is crazy!” Like that’s crazy to even think about
— Jayyy⏱💸 (@Young__Hov) February 8, 2023
As if they need more pressure lmao
— chipswidadip23 (@Noname84109583) February 8, 2023
This humorous exchange with his kids only added to the night’s excitement and further endeared James to fans worldwide. After the game, LeBron mentioned the “special” feeling that he had to see his family on the court after the historic fade-away shot. The whole world congratulated the NBA legend as he put his arms in the air for an unprecedented 38,388 points in the league.
The Lakers no. 6 received applause from the whole world, including his fiercest rivals and old teammates. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar was present at the stadium, witnessing James break the record 38 years after he retired from the sport.
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NBA legends and players applauded James’ historic feat
Stephen Curry saluted King James’ historic achievement. His former teammates like Dwight Howard, went on to mention how James did what he claimed to do on a special night.
Young NBA stars like Ja Morant, tipped their hat off to the four-time NBA Champion, dubbing him the “Greatest of All-time“. After Tuesday night, the debate arguably tips a little bit to the side of the Lakers superstar.
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