The Los Angeles Lakers did not have LeBron James playing against the Milwaukee Bucks. However, he did do something in the game that was captured live. It showed James’s savage side as he called on his bench to taunt Giannis Antetokounmpo before he missed his free throw.
Dealing with an ankle injury, the all-time top scorer spectated from the sidelines. LeBron James sat alongside his teammates as fellow starters mounted a comeback in the 4th quarter. In the dying seconds, Giannis Antetokounmpo received two free throws. James started a countdown as the ‘Greek Freak’ stepped to the line. He even got his benchmates to join the act to taunt the former two-time MVP. This taunt resulted in Antetokounmpo missing his free throws.
The video also showed the 39-year-old hopping in jubilation as the Milwaukee Bucks superstar missed the free throws. It made it easier for the Lakers to hold on to the win. James used his knowledge to distract the Bucks star. It showed the experience and IQ the 4-time league MVP possesses.
Also, it points to his competitiveness even when not playing. Normally, other players would shy away from trying something like that. But James wanted to help his Los Angeles Lakers team in any way he could.
LeBron James’ taunts helped the Los Angeles Lakers win
James’ taunt might be a small, insignificant part. Nevertheless, the taunting from LeBron James certainly helped his team in the closing seconds of the overtime period. Had Giannis Antetokounmpo made even one of those free throws, the Milwaukee Bucks could have had another chance to tie the game. Those misses went a long way to ensure the game was a tad bit out of the reach of the home team.
LeBron James The Los Angeles Lakers started a rally midway through the 4th quarter to tie the game in regulation. Then, both sides were tied again after the buzzer sounded for the 1st overtime. Then, in the second overtime, the Lakers’ starters made crucial defensive stops. They switched between screens to create open shots to help them win.
The Los Angeles Lakers won this game 128-124 to start a crucial 6-game road trip. And LeBron James’ small contribution helped them. The last stretch of the regular season will benefit the Lakers once James returns from his health issues.
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