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The game between the Boston Celtics and the Los Angeles Lakers ended on such a controversial note that it has taken over the NBA world online. Fans, analysts, NBA players, and legends are all reacting and sharing their thoughts on the calls made by the officials.?The no-call on LeBron James on the final play by Jayson Tatum left the whole Lakers team and coaching staff frustrated. It got to a point where LeBron James had to react so strongly and protest his case for all to see.

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A recent post by a fan started gaining traction in which a frustrated LeBron James? reaction was compared to the scene from the 2006 movie, ?Little Miss Sunshine.??

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NBA fans show no mercy to LeBron James

Fans tend to go to certain extremes at times while making fun of or mocking NBA players.?

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The fan post had James and the scene from the movie playing side by side, with a caption that said, ?LeBron x Little Miss Sunshine.?

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This led to other fans mocking and trolling the four-time NBA champion on social media. One fan tweeted, ?LeOscar winner.? While another fan commented, ?Acting like he lost the championship.?

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A divided fanbase in the league

While it may seem funny to some fans to make fun of James and his over-the-top reaction, it was also frustrating to see for the other half. This was probably the third or fourth missed call against the Lakers in a two-week span.

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Given how LeBron James is doing everything in his power to make sure the Lakers get back on track, losing a game due to one or two missed calls from the officials would likely leave any athlete upset.?

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With one-half of the NBA fanbase seeking pleasure over the Lakers? horrible fate recently, the other half is frustrated with the officials in those games. Many are demanding that these referees be fined or even fired. Others are demanding the league open up an investigation into the matter.

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What do you think the league should do? Should the officials get a free pass after issuing an apology on social media or should the league take stricter action? Let us know what you think in the comments section down below.

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