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Lakers News: LeBron James Gets Massive Tom Brady Praise 'You’re Witnessing the Greatest Ever'

Nelson Espinal

Apr 30, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) controls the ball against Minnesota Timberwolves guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker (9) during the first half in game five of first round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images
Apr 30, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) controls the ball against Minnesota Timberwolves guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker (9) during the first half in game five of first round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images / Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images
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Tom Brady issued LeBron James a massive compliment at Fanatics Fest during an interview on James's The Shop show.

The Los Angeles Lakers forward held an episode of his show live at the convention, featuring football legend Tom Brady as a guest on the show.

Victor Wembanyama and popular streamer Kai Cenat also featured on the show, which brings together some of the biggest stars from across media and sports.

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The conversations are meant to mimic a barbershop where people are relaxed and have free-flowing conversation.

The panel on Friday ended up talking about James's legacy in the NBA as one of the greatest of all time.

“The pressure and intensity that's been on him in the Olympics, the differnt teams he's been on, and he's always done things the right way," Brady said on the show.

"He's always risen above all the noise and the BS and continued to deliver. You’re witnessing the greatest ever, and I hope you all appreciate that.”

James is putting together an impressive resume, which many cannot deny. He is a four-time MVP, four-time NBA champion, four-time Finals MVP, 21 All-NBA finishes, and a 21 time All Star.

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A season ago, he became the highest-scoring player in NBA history. He came into the league at the age of 19, and 22 seasons later, he is still playing at a top level.

His unprecedented success at an older age, combined with his achievements and longevity, give James a clear-cut case for being the greatest basketball player ever.

James appears ready for at least one more season of play, though he could end up playing two or three seasons to play with his other son, Bryce, who is entering his freshman year at Arizona.

If he does keep playing, each season will further cement his legacy as a one-of-a-kind athlete.

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Nelson Espinal
NELSON ESPINAL

Nelson Espinal lives and breathes sports. Avidly following of everything ranging from motorsports to Mixed Martial Arts to tennis, he is connected with most of the sports world at all times. His dream of writing about sports started at 16 years of age, writing for a Lakers fans blog, and his passions for sports writing has grown since. He has his Bachelor's degree in Political Science, and a minor in writing literature from the University of California, San Diego.

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