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Lakers News: LeBron James Praises Iowa Star Caitlin Clark During NCAAWB Title Game
LeBron James has always been a basketball junkie. He lives and breathes the game of basketball, even when he isn't playing the game himself.
The Lakers star took to social media during the Women's NCAA title game on Sunday between the South Carolina Gamecocks and Iowa Hawkeyes to praise Iowa star, Caitlin Clark. Clark has taken the game of college basketball by storm but has recieved some hate from people along the way.
James called out any potential haters, giving much support to the star guard.
If you don’t rock with Caitlin Clark game you’re just a FLAT OUT HATER!!!!! Stay far away from them people!! PLEASE
— LeBron James (@KingJames) April 7, 2024
Clark and the Hawkeyes ultimately fell short of their goal of winning a title for the second straight season, but she still put on a show. The Iowa star scored 30 points in the loss and cemented her legacy as one of the greatest players to ever step onto a college court.
James has been a supporter of women's basketball for a long time now and he knows greatness when he sees it. He, like pretty much everyone else, sees something truly special in Clark and she is now ready to take her game to the next level in the WNBA.
MATT LEVINE
Matt earned a Master of Science degree in Sport Management from Louisiana State University in 2021. He was born and raised in the Los Angeles area, covering all Southern California sports in his career.