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USA Today via Reuters

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USA Today via Reuters

One of the widely known facts about the Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James is that he is a huge fan of the NFL. He religiously watches Sunday games whenever he is able. Being an ardent follower of the game, Bron has familiarised himself with the players as well. Last year, he gave the LA Rams’ wide receiver Puka Nacua a new nickname. King James had called him “Puka Doncic,’ comparing him to the NBA beast Luka Doncic.

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In a recent appearance on the Run it Back show, Puka, who is a big fan of LeBron addresses the nickname and agrees that it was one of the highest forms of respect he got.

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Tsuktibenla is an NBA Writer at EssentiallySports, whose love affair with basketball began at the age of 16, sparking a passion that has kept her actively playing ever since. Representing her school and college in various tournaments, she earned the title of MVP in several instances despite contending with multiple injuries. A graduate in English Literature, she pursued a Master's in Journalism to solidify her place in sports journalism. At the ES Desk, she is responsible for analyzing predictive lineups, injury reports, and breaking down player performances intricately. Despite her inclination towards a low-key lifestyle and the comfort of solitude, Tsuktibenla occasionally engages in NBA 2K or EA FIFA sessions with friends.

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