After a disappointing campaign last year, Los Angeles hoped to make retention this year. The Lakers are going through a rough patch. Having suffered three consecutive defeats in three games, they have upset the fans. As frustration builds in fans, a former WWE legend has some advice for Lakers superstar LeBron James. Renowned entertainer and WWE star Rick Flair took to social media to advise LeBron James.
Flair is famous for his charismatic personality and humor. In his recent Tweet that has gone viral, prompted a wave of hilarious fan reactions all over.
Flair’s advice to Laker Superstar LeBron James.
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In a recent tweet, the nature boy expressed his thoughts on James’ performance and playfully advised him that: “Drive The Lane Every Time! Quit Passing The Ball!!!”
.@KingJames, Drive The Lane Every Time! Quit Passing The Ball!!!
— Ric Flair® (@RicFlairNatrBoy) May 21, 2023
Fans wasted no time in joining the conversation and taking it ahead. One of the user tweeted: “And stop shooting 3s”
And stop shooting 3s
— D (@DRD67928510) May 21, 2023
Many fans had an aggressive response to James saying: “@KingJames is garbage and will never be a top 5 NBA player!!!!!”
@KingJames is garbage and will never be a top 5 NBA player!!!!!
— Ivan Lopez (@HurricaneBis) May 21, 2023
another tweeted: “Hasn’t done that kind of stuff in years Ric”
Hasn’t done that kind of stuff in years Ric
— Apple is the fruit MVP (@addtheLFTs) May 21, 2023
While few fans supported Flair, there were many defenders for James. His supporters tweeted: “Shut up Ric Flair”
Shut up Ric Flair
— Eric Liddle (@eliddle11) May 21, 2023
Another fellow commented:”Ric he’s playing right now my guy, he’s prob not gonna see this”
Ric he’s playing right now my guy, he’s prob not gonna see this
— Portal Kombat (@TheRealMugatu) May 21, 2023
Another fan said: “Ric calm tf down, you’re in no position to be tweeting using exclamation marks. I mean you’re my guy but settle down”
Ric calm tf down, you’re in no position to be tweeting using exclamation marks. I mean you’re my guy but settle down
— Powder to the people (@FeezyBambam) May 21, 2023
There was a heated discussion on Twitter between both Laker supporters and fans who were in the court of Flair.
While some fans appreciated Flair’s amusing advice for James, some found it rude and asked him to calm down. Many of them took a critical stance while some praised his humor.
James LeBron’s fans come out in support
Flair’s enthusiastic demeanor did not go unnoticed on social media. His Tweet received a lot of responses, which were a mix of good and bad. Despite the jest and humor, fans remain loyal to Lakers. While his remarks may have upset the Laker supporters, a few of them resonated with him after seeing the team’s losing streak.
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As Lakers look to regain their winning form, fans continue to support them and cheer them. Ric’s comments have always added entertainment and spice in games. Whether it’s WWE or any other sport, his opinions on social media always gain him fan attention and responses.
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The Lakers have a history of bouncing back from a difficult situation in the game. The fans hope to see them win. While Ric Flair may sometimes get out of his way with comments, he has also praised James on several occasions.
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