LeBron "received Kobe's treatment", boasting: "My basketball is suitable for any age"
Lakers fans showered love on James after the 56-point show that led to a "victory of despair" over Golden State, illustrating his ability to change and upgrade as the years go by.
Vogel explains: This is exactly what makes him the greatest of all time
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It is doubtful LeBron James will be remembered as a Lakers legend, but tonight (Saturday through Sunday), for a few hours he enjoys a treatment reserved for the bigger ones who wore the yellow-and-blue uniform.
The 56 points he scored in the 116: 124 win over Golden State not only broke his personal record on the team, not only added another historic milestone to him, but also helped him replace the contempt whistles he has suffered in recent games, with applause and MVP calls.
"It reminded me of Kobe's finale, when the whole crowd cheered him on in a historic game. The atmosphere here was very similar," said former Lakers star James Worthy.
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There are players who define an era, there are players who would become historic in any era.
LeBron with Steph Kerry (Photo: GettyImages, Harry How)
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Indeed, at age 37 LeBron continues to write history.
Along with his 56 points he also had 10 rebounds, making him the oldest player ever to reach 55 points and 10 rebounds in an NBA game (Michael Jordan was the previous record holder, with 53 points and 11 rebounds at age 33).
James also became the first player in the league with games of 50 points or more before age 21, and after age 35.
"I try to break every player record in this era," LeBron declared at the end, a few days after admitting he was disappointed he was not getting enough credit As a scorer.
"I'm always trying to do more, to raise the bar. Shooting has never been a top priority for me, I always understood the importance of team basketball, the importance of proper basketball. I never wanted to be one of those stars who are never removed. From the moment I got to the league, I wanted to be a three-way threat to the defenses - both shooting, both delivery and defense. "
LeBron described tonight's victory as a "victory of despair": after four straight losses, some of them defeats, the pressure on the Lakers increased, and he knew it was his time to rise.
"We needed each of my 56 points because we played against a very talented offensive team. I felt very good tonight at every moment," he added, explaining that despite the pain that comes with age, he is in excellent physical condition even in his advanced age.
"I feel pain from time to time, but as long as I'm on the field, I have a task. I try to sleep properly, and now I can sleep a little better compared to the last few days. I get to the gym 5 hours before every game, and prepare properly."
LeBron is proud that "I're constantly trying to adapt to the trends and trends in the league, because if I do not do that, I'll just be left behind. Successful and effective in every era. "
Also getting recognition from Lakers fans.
LeBron (Photo: GettyImages, Harry How)
For Lakers coach Frank Vogel, tonight's game was further proof that LeBron is the greatest player of all time, a statement he has returned to several times already.
According to Vogel, LeBron's threes - tonight he had 6 of them from 11 attempts - are conclusive proof.
"No words. It was a tremendous performance by the best player in history, in my opinion. His willpower is amazing, and the biggest thing is how the way he hits from the outside at this stage of his career. The turnaround he made in this field, it's just a wonderful thing every player needs .
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