Arnold Schwarzenegger Once Made a Huge Appeal to LeBron James as a Lakers Fan: ?I?m Counting on You?

At the start of the 2018-2019 NBA season, the Los Angeles Lakers brought in LeBron James after years of mediocrity. They fell from grace after Kobe Bryant’s retirement and needed someone to steady the ship. As James arrived in LA, there was much fanfare about the potential dynasty. One of their biggest fan, Arnold Schwarzenegger, issued a war cry for the legendary basketball player.?

He took to social media to hype up the Akron Hammer and motivated him to bring glory back to the Laker nation. Arnold spoke about the LeBron effect on the franchise and how they tried to reinvigorate themselves. Thus, James’ arrival became a blessing for the famous basketball franchise.?

Arnold Schwarzenegger welcomes LBJ!

He wished James and the Lakers while stating his support for the team. With?#thereisnomagicpill,?Schwarzenegger looked pumped in the video and described how James was the only man to save the sinking ship. As a franchise, the Lakers remain one of the best teams in the world. They have won 17 NBA titles and are tied with the Boston Celtics for the most Championships won. Winning 18 will be sweet. But back then, the Lakers were on 16, and LeBron arrived to change their fortune. As for Arnold, he gave him a grand welcome.?

“LeBron, you’re a champion. You’re the best. You’re the only one that can really make the Lakers great again. So go for it. Do it. I’m counting on you because there is no magic pill. I’m gonna watch you and the rest of the team, every single night. Hasta la Vista Baby!”?mentioned Arnold. He looked delighted to see the small forward arrive in Los Angeles. However, things didn’t go as planned for the franchise.?

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The first season with the Lakers saw James and co finish 10th in the Western Conference. That was the first time he missed the playoffs since 2006. But, with legends, they get back to winning ways as soon as possible. The franchise made some shrewd deals, and the 2019-20 season proved a resounding success.?

Bringing home No 17

With the franchise picking up Anthony Davis from the New Orleans Pelicans, James and co dominated the season. They finished first in the Western Conference and defeated Miami Heat in the finals. James got his fourth NBA finals MVP title and earned his fourth NBA title. He brought glory to the purple and yellow, bringing home the Championship after the late Kobe Bryant.?

It is an outstanding achievement, and James silenced his critics. Even though Arnold’s motivation didn’t work in the first season, the second season became a charm. He?averaged?29.8 points, 11.8 rebounds, 8.5 assists, 1.2 steals, and a field goal percentage of 59.1. A true legend! James will go down as one of the greatest NBA players in basketball history.?

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