On February 4, 2023, Beijing time, the Lakers challenged the Knicks on the road. In this high-profile game, 39-year-old Lakers star LeBron James was interviewed and admitted that he had wanted to join the Knicks in his career. At the same time, he declined to explain the meaning of the time hourglass on social ** and said he was not sure if he would exercise the player option next season.
James said of the Knicks that he did consider joining the team during his career. "I've had that thought in my career," James admits. According to the New York Post, James considered joining the Knicks in 2010, and the Knicks in front of him may be one of the strongest home teams James has faced in Maddison in more than a decade.
James praised Brunson, the Knicks' key player, for being extraordinary and incredible. "Jalen (Brunson) was fantastic. He's extraordinary, super happy for him, super proud of him. You know, being an All-Star for the first time and seeing his emotions after the last game, I thought it was cool, it was fantastic. James said. He also mentioned Anthony in 2012-13, when Anthony helped the Knicks to a 54-win record.
However, when it comes to his future, James is more cautious and mysterious. When asked about the meaning of the hourglass of time posted on social **, James declined to explain. "No. He replied succinctly. When asked if he knew his plans after the season and if he would exercise his player option, James also gave a short answer: "I don't know." ”
Although the Lakers' current situation is not ideal, James is still confident in the future of the team. He said he cherished every opportunity to play and was very proud of the Lakers' last game when they defeated the league's No. 1 Green Army without him and the thick eyebrows. When asked about the Lakers' ceiling, James said the team needs to stay healthy and continue to play well. He also talked about the Lakers' last 23 regular-season games last season and expressed hope for a similar comeback this season.
The game was also a milestone for James personally. If he plays today's game, he only needs five more rebounds to unlock the 11,000-rebound milestone and become the No. 1 player in the active team by total rebounds.
Hundreds of spectators