Michael Malone (Denver Nuggets) had high praise for LeBron James (Los Angeles Lakers).
On Saturday evening, the Denver Nuggets will host LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers for Game 1 of their first round playoff series.
Head coach Michael Malone met with the media (on Friday) and shared a quote about James that got a lot of views on social media (
Malone on James: “What is it year 21? And the guy is getting better. He had a career-high from the three-point line this year. It’s really amazing when you sit back as a fan of the game, and not just his body of work, but what he’s doing in present day is incredible. Yeah, I hope he gets tired, I hope he wears down, but I have seen no signs of LeBron James slowing down by any means.”
Michael Malone on LeBron James: “It’s year 21, and the guy is getting better…I hope he gets tired. I hope he wears down. But I’ve seen no signs of LeBron James slowing down by any means.”
James finished the regular season with averages of 25.7 points, 7.3 rebounds, 8.3 assists and 1.3 steals per contest while shooting 54.0% from the field and 41.0% from the three-point range in 71 games.
The Lakers defeated the New Orleans Pelcians in the play-in tournament by a score of 110-106.
Last season, they were swept by the Nuggets in the Western Conference Finals.
Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports
As for the Nuggets, they finished the regular season as the second seed in the Western Conference with a 57-25 record.
They are coming off a year where they won the 2023 NBA Championship over Jimmy Butler and the Miami Heat.
At home, the Nuggets have been sensational, going 33-8 in 41 games hosted in Denver, Colorado.
News
Lebron James Mental Breakdown Bronny James Admits He Really Don’t Want To Play With His Dad In NBA!
In a shocking revelation that has sent ripples through the basketball community, Bronny James has admitted that he does not want to play in the NBA alongside his legendary father, LeBron James. This unexpected admission has reportedly caused a mental breakdown for LeBron, adding a…
Lebron James and Carmelo Anthony get into “parental fight” at their sons Bryce and Kiyan basketball game
Proud dads showed how passionate the basketball game can be Lebron James and Carmelo AnthonyAP The game between Bryce James and Kiyan Anthony drew significant attention, not only because of their famous fathers, Lebron James and Carmelo Anthony, but also due to their remarkable…
Lebron James – Filial Son Who Makes The Whole World Admire: Gifted A Villa Worth More Than 40 Million Usd And An Exclusive Mercedes-Amg G 63 To His Mother On Her 50Th Birthday
LeBron James, celebrated globally for his illustrious basketball career, is equally revered for his deep love and respect for his mother, Gloria James. On her 50th 𝐛𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐡day, LeBron made headlines by gifting her a luxurious villa worth more than $40…
Bronny James’ NBA Draft stock could rise again after new revelation
LeBron‘s son had an excellent combine Lapresse Bronny James, the eldest son of NBA legend LeBron James, will know in a few weeks’ time whether he will have the opportunity to play pro basketball with his father in 2024. Bronny has emerged as a polarizing…
George Karl thinks LeBron James is no longer an NBA superstar
These days, people are living longer and aging more gracefully than in decades past. The trend is especially true in sports, where it is no longer unusual to see someone play 20 seasons as a pro athlete, especially in the…
LeBron James Warns Pacers: Facing Celtics Is a Nightmare, Praising Their Versatile Lineup & Impact in NBA Playoffs
LeBron James and his Los Angeles Lakers may have been eliminated in the first round of the playoffs by the Denver Nuggets, but the four-time NBA champion remains deeply invested in the unfolding Eastern Conference Finals (ECF). With the series underway…
End of content
No more pages to load