Lou Williams symbolized one of the most exciting eras of the Los Angeles Clippers in recent years, as he led the team from the bench to make them a playoff threat in the West. Now that he’s retired, he comments on the game freely, as he did by praising a LeBron James dunk against the Clippers. However, fans of the franchise are attacking Lou for ‘playing both sides’. Williams responded directly with some great points.
“That’s what’s wrong with you fans that just wanna have some sh*t to talk abut. Ain’t no sides. It’s basketball. Enjoy the sh*t and relax.”
The comment was under LeBron posting a bunch of media from the Clippers game, with the first post being the alley-oop dunk he thundered over Russell Westbrook. There is a lot of history in just that interaction, but LouWil has become the target of online trolls for marveling at a guy in Year 21 catching lobs and bodies.
Jayson Tatum even shared a post illustrating his shock over how LeBron is continuing to perform at this level with the miles on his body. That is an active Celtics player rooting for a Lakers player. When it’s alright for Tatum to do so, a retired LouWil who didn’t even end his career with the Clippers can gladly appreciate LeBron openly.
LeBron James’ Longevity Seems Never-Ending
The Clippers vs. Lakers game ended up being a celebration of basketball from all sides because of the classic performances we got from all the star players involved. LeBron, Kawhi Leonard, Anthony Davis, and Paul George all had sensational nights, with even Russell Westbrook having a great game. But James’ consistent impact in the league even at this point is mindblowing.
Kevin Garnett, one of the few players who played 21 seasons in the NBA, opened up on why he thinks LeBron can stay in the league for five more seasons if he wants to.
“His desire is matched with his health, and what he is invested in himself. I’m not surprised at all. When you get old you gotta work even harder, so for him to get pulled at 29 minutes and be the best player, I’m not shocked. He’s got another 4 to 5 years in him if he wants this. He’s built from the old country. He knows how to play, he knows how to score. I’m not shocked at anything he is doing. It’s about how long he wants to do this. And Bronny is his new motivation. Stay here another two years and get Bronny in this.”
LeBron is currently averaging 24.6 points, 9.2 rebounds, and 6.6 assists so far this season. That’s a greater number than every player to have played 21 seasons combined into one. There is no measuring stick for what LeBron is still achieving, as he’s charting a new path in the history of the game.
It’s safe to say we’ll one day hold all players past the age of 30 to the LeBron standard, as he has reshaped the expectations of what an athlete’s ‘prime’ can be.
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