Los Angeles Lakers legend LeBron James is widely recognized as one of the greatest players in NBA history. However, his teammates have also significantly aided his remarkable success on the court over the years.
In a recent episode of First Take, Kendrick Perkins shared his perspective on LeBron’s best teammate, indirectly suggesting that Anthony Davis holds that title. Perkins justified his words, putting forward the unique chemistry between LeBron and Davis.
“There’s no other player, in my opinion, that compliments [LeBron James] like Anthony Davis… And yes, it was a bubble run. Look at the numbers they were putting up. It was a match made in heaven,” Perkins said.
Their first season as teammates culminated in winning the 2020 NBA Finals against the Miami Heat. This victory was particularly significant as it secured the Lakers’ 17th championship, tying them with the Boston Celtics for the most in NBA history.
The successful partnership between LeBron and Davis during the 2020 season was often called a “bubble run.”
Kendrick Perkins Blasts LeBron James for Making Kyrie Irving’s Moment About Himself
Earlier, Perkins had expressed his displeasure with LeBron James for drawing attention to himself after the Lakers’ forward said he missed being Kyrie Irving’s teammate in an interview.
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“Here we go again, Bron weaseling his way into somebody else’s moment. This is not about you! Your team is at home,” Perkins said. “This is about the Mavs and the Celtics, but yet you’re so mad and disappointed that you’re not Kyrie Irving’s running mate anymore. Here we go again”, Kendrick had said.
Notably, LeBron and Kyrie were teammates on the Cleveland Cavaliers from 2014 to 2017, when they formed a formidable partnership.
Their collaboration peaked in 2016 when they led the Cavaliers to an NBA Championship. However, the partnership ended when Irving requested a trade from the Cavaliers, eventually landing with the Boston Celtics.
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