“Stay Out of College Football Talks. You Know Nothing About It”: LeBron James’ Huge Proclamation Irks Fans as Lakers Continue to Struggle
Many fans already know how big of a football fanatic LeBron James is. He probably would have been in the NFL if he hadn’t played in the NBA. Recently, the Los Angeles Lakers team was seen playing football after one of their losses sparked internet drama. And now, when James decided to salute a young college football player, the internet showed no mercy for “King James.”
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James has often said that his choice comes down to playing football or basketball. After all, he probably has the athletic physique for one or the other. While NBA fans would no doubt agree, it’s a good thing he chose basketball instead.
Fans show no mercy for LeBron James
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For an NBA player, relaxing and enjoying their time off the court comes naturally. Basketball would be the last thing on their minds since their life is surrounded by the game most of the time. However, fans wouldn’t let James have a few moments to himself as he tried to cheer on a young wide receiver on social media.
December 28, 2022; Miami, Florida, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (6) stands on the court after discussing a call with NBA referee Curtis Blair (R) during the second half at FTX Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports
James tweeted, “Let’s go!!! Best WR in the land! Who cares your votes!! #18 hit ’em with ‘The Silencer’. James was talking about Marvin Harrison Jr., who used the celebration” James’ Crowd Silencer after a touchdown.
Fans were ruthless, however, slamming the four-time NBA champion over it. One fan tweeted, “Stay out of college football discussions. You don’t know.
Here are some reactions from NBA Twitter:
Stay out of college football discussions. You don’t know.
— All Vol 🏈🏀 (@MCVol10) January 1, 2023
You could never play football. Because the minute you got hit. You would like someone to take you off the field. Crying is your best trait.
— Michael Muccino (@MuccinoMichael) January 1, 2023
We can’t wait to see you retire in 2023🙏🏽 you really are TRASH
— ͏𝘾𝙃𝙍𝙄𝙎𝙕𝙉 ²³ (@TrolledByJordan) January 1, 2023
You should have had friends in China to vote
— spotlight eddie (@spotlight_eddie) January 1, 2023
Fans apparently disagreed with LeBron watching and following college football instead of focusing on winning the Lakers.
A Historic LeBron Night
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Notably, the 18-time All-Star just put on perhaps one of the most iconic performances of his career. He capped off his 38th birthday by scoring 47 points along with 10 rebounds and 9 assists against the Atlanta Hawks.
The Lakers are still in the bottom half of the Western Conference with a 15-21 record so far. Anthony Davis’ injury has put the team in a tight corner, with no other player able to give the same point production yet.
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Thomas Bryant also had a big game in his last win, but the team certainly needs consistent point production like what Davis has provided to move up the ranks and have a shot at the playoffs.
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