LeBron James is sending a message to Knicks fans

ByNBAUSA


LeBron James spotted old NBA draft buddy Carmelo Anthony before playing in his latest Madison Square Garden the game. The Los Angeles Lakers The star spent the postgame leaving fans wondering if Sunday became his final MSG appearance against the New York Knicks.

James, 41, has sparked retirement talk around the league. His Lakers fell 112-100 on Sunday, and James scored 22 points.

The four-time NBA Finals champion had his career booed and then cheered by Knicks fans. Yet he acknowledged them via SNI Nix.

“I’ve always loved these fans here, I love New York. Always respectful, they’ve got a great knowledge of the game of basketball and sports in general,” James said. “They know what sports are. They know when they see something pretty cool. I was giving them back the respect.”

LeBron James adds a new confession before the Lakers against the Knicks

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) controls the ball against New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby (8) during the first quarter at Madison Square Garden.
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James may be slowing down and needs more rest. But he still finds his way to NBA All-Star votes.

That’s what he said James learned of his 22nd appearance before tip-off on Sunday. James became terse in his reaction – yet grateful.

James surpassed the previous record of 19 held by another revered Lakers legend in Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. He even got this graphic from ESPN Sportscenter that shows the past and present.

James earned this distinction by averaging 21.9 points per game, along with 6.6 assists and 5.8 rebounds. He has played in 31 contests this season for a Lakers team that is now 29-19 overall after a 112-100 loss to New York.

His MSG moments came while wearing a Cleveland Cavaliers, Miami Heat and Lakers uniform. But Sunday could be his last time under those lights.





2026-02-02 04:25:00

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