LeBron James shocks fellow NBA player as an old clip of one of his most jaw-dropping layups resurfaces
LeBron James never ceases to amaze fans and fellow NBA players alike with his flying finishes and mesmerizing passes catching the attention of one and all. But in this old clip that has resurfaced, it is one of LeBron’s crazy finishes that has left Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke shocked in his seat.
LeBron James made this alley-oop layup in a game against the Boston Celtics from a Zydrunas Ilgauskas pass. LeBron jumps and catches the pass with his right hand, quickly steadies it with the left and then makes the layup with his right hand all while still in the air. You can hear the commentator exclaim as LeBron has jumped so high that his head is nearly touching the rim.
This highlight is one of Lebron’s many crazy finishes that have taken place over his almost two decade long career. It would be hard to decide which of his finishes is the best.
In the early years of his career, LeBron James was well known for his athletic finishing and ability to score the basketball. But as the years have gone by, James is known for his high basketball IQ and his passing ability as well. LeBron has refined these skills and more, molding himself into one of the most versatile basketball players to grace the NBA.
But many people forget to mention one of his most important attributes, his ability to stay healthy and fit to play at an elite level. LeBron James has missed over 25 regular season games only thrice in his so far 19-year NBA career. This is a testament to his commitment to fitness and body maintenance.
LeBron has aged like a fine wine, only getting better as the years go by. His positional versatility and ability to score from almost anywhere on the NBA hardwood make him one of the best basketball players in the world, even at 37.
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