The 19-year-old Flinx Rocky, marked as the natural heir, concluded a first date with the King: "I'm not one who doubts anyone like him. LeBron controls matters" • LeBron complimented back: "I've never met him, but this kid is very special" From the torch transfer ceremony, which was postponed to an unknown date
Zayun Williamson at the standoff against LeBron and the Lakers, this morning
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In the first, historic meeting between the two, Zayun Williamson tried this morning (Wednesday) to stop LeBron James' Lakers, but the latter made it clear to all Staples Center residents that he was not particularly due for the torch transfer ceremony. King James, who has not reached 40 points in the game in nearly three months, finished the night with the round number and also added 8 rebounds, 6 assists and 7 turnovers to the team's 109:11 of the Angels City from New Orleans.
On the flip side, 19-year-old Williamson, who was named LeBron James' natural heir, completed his ninth consecutive game with 20 points or more and finished with 29 points (13 of 19 from the penalty) - an impressive and promising supplier for the No. 1 draft pick in 2019.
LeBron can't believe how big Zion is pic.twitter.com/1cQ1Oxwq8j
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"LeBron is a huge player, his resume speaks for itself," flattered the young Rocky World Basketball Master, "I had a great experience playing with him for the first time. LeBron did what he needed and helped the team win. I'm not one of those who doubt someone like him. He has it. Obviously I'm not one of those who doubt him. LeBron controlled matters, and did everything to make his team win. Anyway, I'm never happy that my team loses. "
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On the flip side, LeBron James acknowledged that this was a first date between the two, and had never actually met with Zayun. "I never talked to him, we never exchanged a word," LeBron said. "I think he's a great player. His game will only get better as he gets more experience. This kid is very special. He has a very bursting style. He's very quick for his size. And don't forget that he is very explosive. The truth is that nothing surprised me. "
LeBron in action against New Orleans. Don't want to end // Photo: Reuters
Anthony Davies, who finished with 21 points, was also able to compliment the league's most promising talent: "He has a very quick first step, it's clear that Zayn is a great player. He'll just go and get better. Just think about the same ...".