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Jan 9, 2022; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (6) reacts after scoring a basket and drawing the foul against Memphis Grizzlies forward Jaren Jackson Jr. (13) during the first half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports

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Jan 9, 2022; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (6) reacts after scoring a basket and drawing the foul against Memphis Grizzlies forward Jaren Jackson Jr. (13) during the first half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports
With the Lakers having a disappointing season, to say the least, the players have been on the receiving end of all criticisms. While many have praised LeBron James for carrying the team, some have bashed him mercilessly.
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One of the biggest strengths of LeBron is his longevity. King James is 37 and is in no mood to stop. Remarkably, he has also talked about his wishes to play with his son!
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Many legends and analysts are a fan of LeBron James’ longevity, but some think his time is over. One of them is NBA legend, Charles Oakley. According to Oakley, it will be difficult for James to carry on for another year.
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Charles Oakley on LeBron James
With the Los Angeles Lakers struggling to get a playoff spot, many feel the time for LeBron is up. Although his team is struggling, James has been phenomenal as always. He averages 29.1 points, 7.8 rebounds, and 6.4 assists and has been chosen as an All-Star captain.
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While LeBron seems to go strong for at least another season, Oakley feels otherwise. According to him, James does not have another year in him.
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Talking in an interview regarding his latest book release, Oakley said, “ If he can’t move the needle past.500, I mean, another year? I don’t think so.”
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James was not the only player who was criticized. Oakley has also called injury-hit Anthony Davis “a Bentley without gas.“
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Who is the GOAT according to Oakley?
The Michael Jordan vs LeBron James debate seems to never end. This issue is a part of debates all around the world week in and week out. Although there have been various sides to the debate, most of the debates don’t reach any conclusion.
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When asked about the Jordan vs James debate, Oakley gave his honest opinion. He hesitated a little and eventually chose his close friend Michael Jordan.
Although he chose Jordan, Oakley had a lot of praise for LeBron James. He said, “It’s a hard decision. I mean it’s an A1 and A2. You can’t go wrong with either one, both of them is the cream of the carp.”
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