LeBron James Finishes 20th Season With Staggering Stat Line

BYTyler ReedPublished on April 10, 20238.3K Views

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LeBron James continues to defy the odds after stellar 20th season.

LeBron James is in pursuit of his fifth NBA title as the playoffs are set to begin. But James' regular season contributions can't be forgotten. It was another memorable year for the kid from Akron. If he didn't have to deal with injuries this season, it could have even been a bigger season for The King. James finished the year averaging 28 points, 8 rebounds, and nearly 7 assists. While those are numbers expected by someone like James. But it is not expected by someone finishing up his 20th year in the league.

LeBron's 2022-23 campaign saw the future Hall-of-Famer earn his second-best scoring average in his time as a Laker. James has not averaged under 20 points in one season in his entire career. The level of play by James at this time of his career is another reminder of his greatness. However, James probably isn't interested in all the personal accolades. Although he is now the leading scorer in NBA history. However, James has his sights set on making the improbable run to the NBA Finals.

LeBron James Continues His Run Of Greatness

The Lakers will begin their run of the NBA Playoffs by participating in the play-in tournament. The team will meet the Minnesota Timberwolves in a game to decide on the seventh seed. The winner of the matchup will meet the Memphis Grizzlies in the first round. While the losers will have one more chance at a playoff spot with the winner of the Pelicans and the Thunder. The Lakers seem to be hitting their stride, as the Timberwolves are in the thick of some serious team turmoil.

It's not up for debate. LeBron James is one of the best players to ever play in the NBA. The GOAT debate will never end. However, if James isn't in your debate, then no one will take it seriously. In a world that bases everything on championships, James has the rings and the stats to back it up. Do you believe LeBron can keep up this level of play until Bronny enters the league? Are the Lakers a serious threat to the NBA title? Give us your thoughts in the comment section. For the latest news regarding the NBA, stay locked in right here at HNHH.

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Tyler Reed

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.