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Mar 27, 2022; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (6) walks off the court at the end of the second quarter of their game against the New Orleans Pelicans at the Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Chuck Cook-USA TODAY Sports
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Mar 27, 2022; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (6) walks off the court at the end of the second quarter of their game against the New Orleans Pelicans at the Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Chuck Cook-USA TODAY Sports
As the Lakers continue their quest for a playoff position, they seem to be hitting repeated roadblocks. One of their in form players this season, LeBron James has now been sidelined with a devastating injury. However, 29-year-old Anthony Davis’ return will provide hope for the fans, especially once James returns. On the contrary, the 18-time All-Star has now stated that he is ‘out for the season officially’.
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Even at the age of 37, LeBron James never fails to mesmerize. Leading the charge once again, he has been the primary reason for the Lakers being in contention for a top-8 finish. But as analysts and fans had predicted before the 2021-22 campaign commenced, injuries have caught up to the roster. And now, LeBron’s latest announcement has caused a massive uproar on social media.
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Fans bash LeBron James over potential April Fool’s Day post
There’s no doubt that if Lakers fans could count on one man to carry them into the playoffs, it’d be their very own King. Averaging over 30 points, he has seamlessly proven how his age is purely a formality. However, his latest ankle injury caused some worries, prompting a hilarious Twitter post. He said, “I’m out for the season officially. See y’all in the fall.” And although he was probably joking, it didn’t go down too well.
I’m out for the season officially. 🤦🏾♂️. See y’all in the fall. 👑✌🏾
— LeBron James (@KingJames) April 1, 2022
In reply to the sudden scare, fans have urged LeBron not to use April fool’s as a reason to increase their anxiety. While several fans pointed out that it’s April 1st, others hit back at the 4-time champion. One fan in particular, went on to use Michael Jordan to insult James. He claimed, “You will never surpass MJ.” Here are the best reactions from fans online.
You will never surpass MJ💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀
— Poole Burner🥷🏽 (48 – 29) (@RatiodbyJordan) April 1, 2022
Jordan would never make an April fools joke
— NKS 🏙 (@KnicksKaiSZN) April 1, 2022
Lakers in play in and you’re making April fools jokes lol
— Jake (@JakeMarc23) April 1, 2022
Even if you did it would be ok because your the goat
— Davisss (@imdavisss) April 1, 2022
bro joking around on Twitter like we not 31-45 about to miss the play-ins 😭
— LakeShowYo (@LakeShowYo) April 1, 2022
Not acceptable Lebron. As a youth football coaching legend, I’ve instructed players to return to games on compound leg fractures, and they’ve done it. They all said the long-term pain was worth the championship ring. Sad you don’t have the same winning mindset
— Three Year Letterman (@3YearLetterman) April 1, 2022
Lakers played a season long April fools joke on all of us.
— Agenda 👨🏾💻📑 (@sprdsheet) April 1, 2022
HAHA APRIL FOOLS HAHAHA GOOD ONE LEBRON WE'RE FINE WITH BEING THE 11TH SEED RIGHT
— cryptic incognito (@CrypticNoHoes) April 1, 2022
In spite of being well aware of the day and date, LeBron’s statement surely gave us a jump scare. Nonetheless, we can only hope that the team returns to full strength as soon as possible. Do you think the Lakers are heading to the playoffs?
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