“Patrick Beverley Got Problems.. He’s Got Issues”: Years After Violent Spat, LeBron James Shaded His Teammate in Hilarious Fashion

Patrick Beverley has established himself as one of the most intense athletes in the NBA. The energy that he brings to the court is why the Los Angeles Lakers acquired him during the offseason. The defensive guard is known for fiercely blocking LeBron James on a number of occasions. The duo even got involved in a physical altercation in the Cleveland Cavaliers vs Houston Rockets game during the 2014-15 season. Recently, LeBron James shaded his new Lakers teammate Patrick Beverley in a hilarious style years after the violent encounter.

Patrick Beverley shocked NBA Insider Chris Haynes when the Lakers star revealed his favorite LeBron James moment. Beverley mentioned the time when he blocked the four-time NBA champ on Christmas as his favorite James moment.

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The 2017 All-Defensive First team member was referring to the Clippers vs Lakers game on Christmas in 2019. The Clippers were leading the game against the Lakers by 109-106. With just four seconds left in the game, James attempted a three-pointer which was immediately blocked by Beverley.

LeBron James provides a hilarious response to Beverley

In September, Haynes revealed Beverley’s response to LeBron James, leaving the Lakers superstar laughing. James ended up giving a hilarious response to Beverley. The 37-year-old said, “What’s wrong with Pat, man? What’s wrong with Pat, man? Pat got problems, man. He got issues.”

LeBron seemed to be impressed with Patrick Beverley’s response. He joked that Beverley might have some kind of problem. It seems like the two are getting along well at the Los Angeles Lakers and have clearly left their differences behind.

James and Beverley’s violent spat

Back in 2015, LeBron James was a part of the Cleveland Cavaliers while Patrick Beverly was with the Houston Rockets. The two got involved in a physical incident during a game in the 2014-15 season.

During the third quarter, James ran towards the hoop with the ball and Beverley brought his body on the line. As a result, both of them fell on the ground and James landed with his hand on Beverley’s chest. The situation led to pushing and shoving while both of them were on the ground, forcing the referees to step in.

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However, it was not the only incident between the two NBA athletes. Beverley seems to find some extra fierceness when he plays against LeBron James. He enjoys the challenge and has often prevailed by blocking the 18-time All-Star on several occasions. Luckily, both Beverley and James are with the Lakers and will look to take down other teams together this season.