On the dramatic stage of the NBA, James has once again become the target of public criticism. Yes, you heard it right, after the all-star break, the basketball superstar not only blew up the league, but also put our Lakers in a kind of "struggling" situation. This is reminiscent of the old saying: "Your choice can become someone else's problem." ”
Speaking of the All-Star Game. It is said that this year's All-Star Game is even more boring than some reality TV shows, and the dissatisfaction of fans has been one after another, and even when Lillard lifted the Bryant Trophy, there were "boos". At the end of the day, what was supposed to be a basketball feast turned into a no-defense, all-three-point shooting exercise, which made people sigh: "Is this really an All-Star Game?" ”
In this context, James's words and deeds naturally became the focus. When A. Smith, a well-known journalist, pointed the finger at James and accused his remarks of damaging the NBA's ethos, the whole league seemed to be locked in a discussion about responsibility and choice. However, if we calm down and think about it, can we really blame James for the failure of the slam dunk contest?
Back in the '90s, Michael Jordan's jaw-dropping free-throw line dunk and his battle with Wilkins were the days of the dunk contest. Back then, stars were willing to fight for glory, not like now, when many stars seemed to shy away from such games. Of course, we can't ignore the stars who are still giving their all, such as Aaron Gordon's amazing performances, and LaVine's talent. But when the dunk contest turns into a game of "the wall falls down and everyone pushes", we can't help but ask: Is it really James' fault alone?
Look at the Lakers' situation. At the moment, the Lakers are not optimistic in the Western Conference standings, and in the face of the competition for a playoff spot, every game is extremely important. In this case, any one absence of James could have a significant impact on the team. Yes, we all know that James is the soul of the team, but at the same time, we have to admit that basketball is a team sport, and every player on the Lakers needs to step up to meet the next challenges together.
Finally, while we're discussing James' impact on the Lakers, maybe we should think more about how to make the NBA more exciting, how to get the All-Star Game back to the top, and how to get the Lakers out of the rut. After all, in this volatile alliance, every choice can trigger a chain reaction.
Now, I want to ask you guys, what do you think of James' role in the All-Star Game and the current situation of the Lakers? What do you think we can do to improve the situation and make the NBA more exciting? Feel free to leave a message in the comment section and share your views and ideas. February** Dynamic Incentive Program