Shannon Sharpe is a LeBron James fan. He considers James the G.O.A.T. as far as basketball is concerned. On his show Nightcap, he famously said he would not date or marry a woman who did not rate James highly. That is what he termed a notable deal-breaker. Sharpe has defended James against many critics. Recently, he rushed to the defense of the Los Angeles Lakers power forward once more.

On ESPN’s First Take, co-host Molly Qerim revealed ESPN had a panel of experts rank the best players for the upcoming season. LeBron James was ranked ninth on that list as he stood on the cusp of his 21st year in the NBA. Moreover, Qerim noted, according to Lakers’ general manager Rob Pelinka, James was preparing for the new season like a rookie. She then asked Shannon Sharpe if this would be the last time James made the top ten.

LeBron James has way to go, per Shannon Sharpe

Sharpe responded with a resounding “no.” He added LeBron James was something special given he entered season 21 as one of the top ten players in the NBA. Shannon Sharpe pointed to Lakers’ legend Kobe Bryant and how he was written off by experts towards the latter stages of his career. Bryant retired at the age of 37 after age and injuries began taking their toll. James is presently 38 years old.

Sharpe added he believed LeBron James still has that look in his eye. He argued James is sound of mind and body. Shannon Sharpe posited James is more than willing to put in the requisite work to be great. As a result, according to Sharpe, James can be a top ten player in the NBA next season as well, should he opt to return to the fray?

Los Angeles Lakers chase a record 18th NBA championship

The news LeBron James is training like a rookie out to prove he was music to Lakers fans’ ears. Shannon Sharpe believes his G.O.A.T. has what it takes to cement himself further in Laker folklore. The Lakers are targeting what would be a record 18th banner in franchise and NBA history. They are presently tied with the Boston Celtics on 17 titles apiece.

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Recently, James Worthy, a former teammate of Magic Johnson, stated in an interview with ShowTime that LeBron James evoked memories of Magic Johnson. Worthy shared, “His ability to will remind me of Magic. You know you’re comfortable with him on the floor cuz you know something is going to happen good…I like his body work and you know he’ll be mentioned in the top three or four.” We will wait to see if legend LeBron James lives up to this expectation.

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