The Dallas Mavericks played against the Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA most recently and won by 118-97. Notably, they were without their star players, Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving, heading into this crunch clash. Everyone was present for the Lakers, including superstar LeBron James. The four-time champion drew attention for his mind-blowing gameplay against the Mavs.
James, who turned 40 last week, slammed down a devastating slam early in the first quarter. Max Christie, a wing for the Los Angeles Lakers, zipped a ball to a cutting James, who charged full power toward the rim. Dereck Lively II, the big man for the Mavs, attempted to stop James from reaching the hoop, but he switched hands in midair and managed to pull off an absurd windmill slam dunk.
Fans were left stunned after witnessing this monstrous dunk from a 40-year-old in the NBA. Some fans stated that this particular dunk may be James’ ‘best dunk ever’ in his 22-year NBA career up till now. Aside from this, James almost had a triple-double with 18 points, 10 rebounds, and 8 assists. Also, Anthony Davis had 21 points and 12 rebounds but only made 7/18 of his shots from the field.
LEBRON OH MY OH MY JAMES 😱😱😱
SWITCHING HANDS FOR THE RIDICULOUS LEFT-HANDED WINDMILL 😤 pic.twitter.com/r40AQ86alQ
— NBA (@NBA) January 8, 2025
On the other hand, Quentin Grimes, who shot 6/11 from three-point range, led the Mavericks scoring 23 points, nine rebounds, and six assists. He was closely followed by PJ Washington, who finished with 22 points and 8 rebounds. Klay Thompson (13 points) and Jaden Hardy (15 points) contributed well as the Mavs won without their star players.
Fans go wild after witnessing LeBron James’ monstrous dunk against Mavs
LeBron James continues to produce top performances for his side consistently no matter the outcome of the match. He did the same against the Dallas Mavericks, producing a jaw-breaking ‘windmill slam dunk’ on the Mavs defense. This caught widespread attention from NBA fans around the globe.
Many fans took to various social media apps to put forward their views and thoughts on James’ monstrous dunk. Many were left amazed by his athleticism even at the age he has been playing currently. One fan wrote on X, “This might be the greatest dunk of his career.” Also, check out some of the fan reactions below:
This might be the greatest dunk of his career
— Lebronin1 (@Lebronin1) January 8, 2025
HES 40!!!!!
— Emperor Lightyear (@clinkie44) January 8, 2025
that’s the greatest dunk ever
— 𝒁𝒆𝒆 𖣂 (@OwnedByCeedee) January 8, 2025
LEBRON JAMES IS THE GOAT
— Conner Robert Richmond (@ConRobRich) January 8, 2025
Bro that’s a slam dunk content dunk. I never seen that before.
— Global Utopia Sports (@GL8BAL_SPORTS) January 8, 2025
Dude still got it!!! ✊ pic.twitter.com/RG5OPgnO9a
— COACH (@punkrockcoach) January 8, 2025
Super human
— Mikal☕️ (@MicheAleNFT) January 8, 2025
In addition, James and his Lakers side are now 20-16 in the West and sit in 6th place in the WC table. On the other hand, the Dallas Mavericks are now 21-16 in the West and sit at 5h place, one place above the Lakers in the table. All attention will now drift towards the Lakers’ upcoming games against the Charlotte Hornets on home court.
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