LeBron James Shares Photos Celebrating Year 20 In The NBA

BYTyler ReedPublished on April 10, 2023900 Views

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 09: LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers laughs on the court during the first half against the Utah Jazz at Crypto.com Arena on April 09, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

LeBron James celebrates 20 years in the NBA in latest Instagram post.

LeBron James will be heading back to the NBA Playoffs. On Sunday, James and the Lakers sealed the seventh seed in the Western Conference. However, the team will have to navigate through the play-in tournament to start their playoff run. But James will have a few days to rest up before the playoffs begin. Sunday was the final regular season game of James' 20th season. An incredible feat that only a select number of talents get to be a part of. James shared a few photos of the game to celebrate his big year.

James took to Instagram to thank his fans who have been along the journey. The "KidFromAkron" has seen success in every stop during his twenty years. He has been the face of every franchise that he has been a part of. While also bringing a championship to the city of Cleveland. A promise he knew he would keep. James has become more than a basketball player. Also, opening up a school in Akron for children to have a greater chance at future success.

LeBron James Thanks Fans After Regular Season

However, the career celebration will be short-lived. James and the Lakers will now have their sights set on the Minnesota Timberwolves. A win in the opening round of the play-in tournament will earn the Lakers the seventh seed. The win will also put the Lakers in a first-round matchup with the Memphis Grizzlies. The Grizzlies are looking to prove themselves. But will be short-handed with the recent news of Steven Adams' knee injury. The Lakers have experience in the matchup. But will need to be another young and hungry team in the Minnesota Timberwolves.

LeBron James has not kept it a secret. The NBA legend has stated he wants to play with his son Bronny before calling it a career. Bronny will begin his college career next season. However, he has yet to choose just where he will take his talents. Indeed, one would assume that Bronny has hopes of being a one-and-done college athlete. Putting the potential of seeing this duo in just two years. Will year 22 be the final year of James' legacy? Sound off in the comment section with your thoughts on the James duo playing together. For the latest NBA news, keep it right here at HNHH.

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Tyler Reed is a current Sports Writer for HotNewHipHop. He started back in March of 2023 with the company. During his time Tyler has shown his expertise in all things sports. Ranging from NBA news, all the way to boxing and MMA. He has bylines with several outlets, such as Busted Coverage, where Tyler has covered the NFL, College Football, WWE and beyond. Tyler has also written for Detroit Jock City, Wildcat Blue Nation and Swarm and Sting for the FanSided Network. Tyler is a massive Detroit Lions and Cincinnati Reds fan. Being from Kentucky, he chose connections to sports franchises that he enjoyed watching as a child. Unfortunately, his professional fandoms have only brought him pain. Tyler's hobbies outside of work include exercising and binge-watching the same shows he has watched for the last decade while endlessly scrolling through social media. His favorite hip-hop artists are Drake, Kendrick Lamar, and Kentucky's own Jack Harlow.