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“You’re the GOAT”- Fans surprised as LA Lakers’ LeBron James makes entry into All-NBA team at 40

Despite the Los Angeles Lakers' early playoff exit, LeBron James, at 40, earned a spot on the All-NBA Second Team for the 21st time. James expressed gratitude on social media, acknowledging the achievement. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the All-NBA First Team, while several stars missed eligibility due to the 65-game minimum.
“You’re the GOAT”- Fans surprised as LA Lakers’ LeBron James makes entry into All-NBA team at 40
Fans surprised as LA Lakers’ LeBron James makes entry into All-NBA team at 40 (Image Source: Getty)
The Los Angeles Lakers didn’t make it far in the NBA playoffs this year. Even though they finished third in the Western Conference, they lost in the first round to the Minnesota Timberwolves.His fans were extremely happy to their favourite NBA star perform terrifically despite turning 40 this year.

Fans’ GOAT LeBron James makes yet another entry into All-NBA team

LeBron is in his 22nd NBA season, but he played very well. He also stayed healthy, playing 70 games and ranking 32nd in total minutes played. Because of his strong performance, LeBron was named to the All-NBA Second Team for the 21st time in his career. A fan said:
“In awe, stunned, mouth open & shocked, but at the same time not shocked. Kinda just numb to it at this point. It’s like you’re greatness’s main attraction. Wherever you go greatness follows. How does this happen you may ask? Maybe you are greatness itself, maybe your the gravity that keeps the world spinning. Keep being Great, matter fact keep being you.” Another fan reacted:
“No human has and will ever touch your greatness goat.”Another fan said:
“We will never see another LeBron Raymone James.
At 40 years old and still holding the league in a chokehold, the story is far from over. Big plans are on the horizon for next season.”Another fan said:
“I’m not your biggest fan, but watching you play this year was the most amazing thing I’ve ever seen in athletics. To be 40 and the best athlete on the floor……impossible.”He shared the news proudly on his Instagram story and also took to social media platform X.

LeBron James says he’s beyond blessed

LeBron James took to X, where he said he is beyond blessed. He said:
“All NBA at 40!! Low key crazy to me right now! Sitting here watching the playoffs just thinking about it. Blessed beyond I can even imagine.”Further, he also shared the story on Instagram.The NBA announced its All-NBA teams, with MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leading the First Team. He was joined by Nikola Jokic, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Jayson Tatum, and Donovan Mitchell. Also Read: Kendrick Perkins Calls Shai Gilgeous-Alexander The Greatest Thunder Of All Time, Fans Disagree: “If He Wins The Title, He Has A Case”All except Mitchell were chosen by every voter. This was the second year the All-NBA teams didn’t follow player positions and required players to play at least 65 games. LeBron James made the Second Team. Some big names like Kevin Durant, Luka Dončić, Victor Wembanyama, and Kyrie Irving weren’t eligible because they didn’t play enough games. The All-Rookie team does not have this game requirement.

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