[Saba Sports News] Giannis Antetokounmpo, a two-time MVP, spoke highly of LeBron James and his extraordinary legacy in basketball. Antetokounmpo, who is still in his prime at 28 years old, acknowledged LeBron’s unparalleled consistency and dedication to the game throughout his 21-year career.
Antetokounmpo expressed his admiration for LeBron, emphasizing that he grew up watching him and considers him a genius in the way he approaches and plays basketball. Despite the age gap, Giannis recognized the difficulty of staying at the top for so long and the hard work LeBron has invested in the sport.
LeBron James is setting a new standard for longevity in the NBA, surpassing milestones like becoming the all-time leading scorer at the age of 38. His ability to maintain elite-level performance even after playing over 1,400 games in his career is unprecedented and will serve as a benchmark for future star athletes.
As for LeBron’s future, he has teased retirement but has committed to playing in the 2023-24 season. He plans to take it season by season, with decisions to be made after each postseason. The Lakers aim to make the most of LeBron’s remaining years in basketball, surrounding him with talent to pursue another championship.