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Over the last few weeks, LeBron James of the Los Angeles Lakers has enjoyed a much-needed vacation.
But just because he’s been out of the limelight doesn’t mean that his name has been.
Denver Nuggets head coach Michael Malone has repeatedly poked fun at James and the Lakers during his team’s championship run.
And now it looks like James might have had enough.
According to Complex Sports, James hopped on Instagram the other day to possibly call out Malone.
James’ post read:
“In Europe for the last past few weeks minding my business and I hear I’m on your mind that much huh??? I mean I guess I see why. But Wave the flag on these lames!! Please make being player cool again cause the lame machine is at an all-time high.”
James ended with perhaps his most telling comment: “Enjoy your light but just know I’m the SUN. I stay on forever!”
LeBron James’ recent Instagram post pic.twitter.com/9jXm8ggPsk
— Complex Sports (@ComplexSports) June 16, 2023
People immediately thought that this post was referencing Malone and his comments about James and LA.
It wouldn’t be the first time that the Lakers legend has taken to social media to call out his detractors and critics.
However, it is a bit surprising because James and Malone actually once had a working relationship together.
Back when James got his start in the NBA, Malone was an assistant coach with the Cleveland Cavaliers.
That means they started in the league at the same time.
Yet, Malone has made a few sly references to James and his team recently, despite their past.
The latest came on Wednesday when, according to ESPN, Malone was asked about his team’s sweep of LA on The Pat McAfee Show.
“Speaking of the Lakers, I just want you guys to know this is breaking news: I’m thinking about retiring. Only kidding, only kidding,” Malone joked, a clear reference to recent speculation about James stepping down.
That obviously was the last straw for James, who had to speak out.
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