The OGs of the NBA sat down with ESPN for an exclusive interview before the Christmas Day game. LeBron James, Stephen Curry, and Kevin Durant gathered to discuss the evolution of the game and reflect on the legacies they have built. Another memorable moment like this when this trio joined forces was during their historic run at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
As the interview progressed, during one of the segments, LeBron James reminisced about what it was like to face Curry and Durant during those intense four-year head-to-head battle between the Golden State Warriors and Cleveland Cavaliers.
A rivalry of that magnitude, spanning four consecutive years, inevitably created competitive tension between the two squads.
Those four straight years, Cleveland versus Golden State. It was literally like East Coast vs. West Coast. It was like a rap beef. Golden State on the West Coast and the Cavs on the East Coast. It was like a rap beef.
LeBron James said as the trio nodded and laughed
LeBron James with KD and Steph on the Cavaliers-Warriors rivalry of the 2010s 😂
“Those four straight years, Cleveland versus Golden State, … It was like a rap beef.” 🔥 pic.twitter.com/ycTg7m5Q1z
— ESPN (@espn) December 24, 2024
Since the Olympics, when KD, King James, and Curry played together, fans have been longing to see more of this trio in action. Watching them unite during the Olympics to dominate the rest of the world felt like the Avengers assembling once again. Although the dynamic of their rivalry has changed, fans can still look forward to Team LeBron facing off against Chef Curry and Co. this Christmas. Meanwhile, KD will aim to take his revenge on the Joker and the Nuggets.
With countless references to ballers and other athletes in rap songs, it’s no secret that, in hip-hop communities, many rappers aspire to be like athletes, and many athletes aspire to be like rappers. Then there are hybrids like Shaquille O’Neal and Damian Lillard, who can play basketball full time and be a rapper on the side.
LeBron James always enjoy battling Stephen Curry
The Lakers will head to Chase Center this Wednesday, on Christmas Eve, to battle the Warriors on their home turf. It won’t be the first time these two icons face each other on Christmas Day. Having battled each other four times before on this holiday, LeBron James is happy to meet his old rival once again.
Any time you get an opportunity to be on the court and compete versus one of the greatest to ever play this game, you do not take it for granted,” You don’t know how many more opportunities you are going to get to go against each other, so it’s always fun.
LeBron James remarked
When the Lakers and Warriors match up Wednesday, it will be the 4th time LeBron James and Stephen Curry will have played each other on Christmas. LeBron: “I don’t know how many more opportunities we’re going to get to go against each other …” pic.twitter.com/y8MCZJR1aD
— Dave McMenamin (@mcten) December 24, 2024
These days, whenever the two talk about each other, it’s nothing but respect. Aware of their impending retirements, both Stephen Curry and LeBron realize they don’t have much time left. Trying to cherish whatever moments remain, these two will surely enjoy going up against each other in what could be one of their last matchups.
Their rivalry, once fierce and competitive, has evolved into a mutual admiration. Fans, too, treasure these moments, knowing they are witnessing history. As the clock ticks down on their illustrious careers, the spirit of competition between these icons still remains as thrilling as ever.
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