LeBron James takes Lakers to NBA semis and sends message to critics

Early this Saturday, the 29th, LeBron James came back to dominate NBA. With yet another incredible performance, the star took the Los Angeles Lakers to the semifinals again. In game six of the duel with Memphis Grizzliesthe American star’s franchise didn’t give his rival a chance, won by 125 to 85 and stamped the passport for the sequence of playoffs.

Now, the Lakers are waiting for the winner of Sacramento Kings It is Golden State Warriors, which will only be defined in game seven. While that doesn’t happen, LeBron James has time to recover, as the age has arrived for the star. At 38 years old, he commented on the fact that he remains motivated even with so many young people around him.

“Obviously I’m older and playing against young kids. I believe my children keep me young. Usually before games, I watch several videos of the rival. My son Bryce had an AAU game in Phoenix tonight, and I was watching his game. And watching his performance today in a way inspired me. Kept me young tonight“, said.

Mentioned by the star, the children Bryce James15 years old, and bronny, 18, are on the Sierra Canyon High School team. Due to the age of the boys, there is a high expectation that they will reach the NBA in the coming years. Thus, LeBron wants to keep flying on the courts to have the opportunity to perform together with his children.

In game six against the Grizzlies, LeBron James scored 22 points, grabbed five rebounds and had six assists to help the Lakers win. Beyond, D’Angelo Russell also stood out and was the scorer of the match, with 31 points. Anthony Davis he scored 16 and was another important name for the franchise’s qualification to the semifinals.

Seventh seed in the Western Conference, after securing the classification to the playoffs Only in play-inthe Lakers are now waiting for the outcome of the seventh game between the Golden State Warriors and the Sacramento Kings, who surprised the champions of everything on Friday, 29, winning away from home by 118 to 99.

On the side of the winning team, Malik Monk was the highlight by scoring 28 points, giving four assists and grabbing five rebounds. In addition to him, the Kings also had De’Aaron Fox, who shone with 26 points, 11 assists and four rebounds. In the face of the overwhelming duo, the Warriors could do nothing to avoid defeat.

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