LABron James Discussion: The Big 4 0!

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  1. lakerjones

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    40 for the 40 year old. Unreal!!!!!
     
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    Luka will probably be, well over 300 pounds, by the time he's 40.
     
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    are we gonna pretend he didn't have 11 turnovers and we're lucky we walked away with the victory on this one
     
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    Buzzkill!
     
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    on the bright side he did extend his all time records for points and turnovers, and got closer in other categories.
     
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    Guess Bron just looked at the upcoming schedule



    Just seeing those back to backs made his ankle hurt.
     
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    The old man was getting after it on both sides of the court.

    3 ball was off, but didn't really need it tonight. Felt like he was able to pick his spots and let Luka do his thing.
     
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    He's unbelievable. I really wish he was just 2-3 years younger, but who knows... he might still be able to win #5.
     
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    Old Man River was the recipient of pin point lobs. He did not have to take over now that 77 is dictating the flow. Same goes for Opie.
     
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    The number of defenders who can lock up Jokic and Murray on the same position has got to be an elite company
     
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    Rui, LeBron, and Vando all did an excellent job when matched up against Jokic. They fronted him and were physical all night and they essentially copied the same game plan they had against Towns a few weeks ago where they just were just swarming Jokic. Great defensive game plan.
     
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    Big key here, we have strong guys that can push and wear a guy out. Keep rotating, pounding, the swarming like you say. Pretty cool to have so much to work with.
     
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    The secret to making this work is for LeBron to play like 'Andre Iguodala' when Doncic is on the floor with him. Just focus on defense and getting open for easy baskets. Reaves+Luka could easily carry the offense now. Luka will find him and make the correct play. If Luka needs help, LeBron can turn back into LeBron and dominate.

    When Luka is on the bench, LeBron can take over again. But it won't work if LeBron+Luka are fighting over the ball possessions since Luka isn't exactly the best off-ball.

    It might have to be one of those moments where LeBron has to just tell Luka he's the man and they'll just play under him. I think Luka respects Bron too much to start dictating things so LeBron just coming out and saying it would boost Luka's confidence and give a full direction for the team moving forward.

    I'm still thinking about how great LeBron is. Age 40 and at times, I think he's still better than Luka. Imagine a 27 year old LeBron in today's game with a real head coach like Reddick... He would be Giannis on steroids.
     
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    Probably only an engaged LeBron.
     
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    Lebron looked stealthy, even after the game was in hand. I have to say, I've rarely seen this Lebron. I like it alot. I like that he looks angry even after a win like this. Keep it going Lebron!
     
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    Tank both games against the Bucks , no implication in potential tiebreakers
     
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    Let Austin win those games again and rest one of LBJ and Luka for each game. We can’t gamble their health
     
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    Anyone else think this ankle/foot thing with LeBron is waay embellished (including not playing in All Star game for max effect) …. to be the official cover all season for load managing him? Because when he’s on the floor he sure as H doesn’t look hobbled out there or seem to have any discomfort on his face or hesitance to do any of the spectacular things he’s doing at 40. Not meant as a negative. It’s a really smart plan (IF true) no one can question especially after skipping the A S game?
     
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