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Snoop Dogg, Leonardo DiCaprio, Ice Cube and Others Get Trolled by Shaquille O’Neal and Co. as LeBron James’ Retirement Talks Spread Like Wild Fire

Published 05/25/2023, 12:10 PM EDT

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The NBA on TNT features the entertaining presence of Hall of Famers Shaquille O’Neal and Charles Barkley. Known for their playful banter, fans of the show thoroughly enjoy the lively and humorous conversations between the hosts. In a recent episode, the quartet of hosts, including Ernie Johnson and NBA veteran Kenny Smith, indulged in light-hearted jests as they shared a modified image circulating on the internet, featuring prominent celebrities poking fun at Lakers’ exit from the playoffs.

Following a resounding 4-0 series defeat to the Denver Nuggets in the Western Conference Finals, the Los Angeles Lakers were eliminated from their pursuit of a championship title. Concurrently, speculations emerged on the internet suggesting that one of the prominent individuals associated with the Lakers franchise might be contemplating retirement.

Celebrities get trolled by O’Neal and Co

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During a segment on NBA on TNT, the hosts took the opportunity to playfully tease the Los Angeles Lakers after their lopsided defeat. They humorously discussed an edited picture circulating online, which depicted a group of celebrities, including Leonardo DiCaprio, Snoop Dogg, Jennifer Aniston, Anthony Davis, and LeBron James, relaxing on a yacht with fishing rods.

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With a touch of jest, the hosts remarked, “Ah, look at Jennifer Aniston on the boat. And there’s Ken Jeong, that’s my guy right there. Gotta love some Jack Nicholson.” Their light-hearted banter showcased a lack of sympathy towards the Lakers as they engaged in good-natured ribbing, adding a playful twist to the team’s disappointing exit from the playoffs.

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Following the conclusion of the Los Angeles Lakers’ season, rumors began to circulate regarding the potential retirement of LeBron James.

LeBron James hints at retirement

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In the post-game press conference, a disheartened LeBron James hinted at the possibility of retirement as his season concluded. He expressed, “I got a lot to think about, Just personally, with me moving forward with the game of basketball, I got a lot to think about.” Media and fans interpreted his words as a potential indication of an immediate retirement decision.

This revelation surprised many, especially considering the previous speculation that James desired to play alongside his son, Bronny James, in the NBA. Should James indeed retire, his name will undoubtedly be remembered for centuries to come, leaving a lasting legacy in the annals of basketball history.

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Aaditya is an NBA writer at EssentiallySports and has been following the game for a number of years. He is an avid fan of the NBA and follows what’s happening in the league on a daily basis. Having worked as an intern in the sports domain, his passion for writing arose from his fondness for the intricacies of the game.
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Debmallya Chakraborty