“It was worth it” LeBron James’ Barbie doll release saw fans camp for 14 hours straight

LeBron James Family Foundation and Mattel joined hands to create the first athlete version of their Barbie or Ken dolls.

“It was worth it” LeBron James’ Barbie doll release saw fans camp for 14 hours straight

Fans camp overnight to purchase LeBron James Barbie doll

LeBron James is one of the most popular athletes in the world. The Los Angeles Lakers superstar has built a career where his excellence on the court along with his overall image have made him a celebrity. That celebrity status has transcended sports and made him a household name.

His fame is such that writers such as Fran Lebowitz, who does not bother to look in the direction of sports knows who LeBron James is. Politicians, business magnates, teachers, actors, everyone knows at least something about him.

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His contributions to several communities have also played its part among the common mass. His I-Promise schools along with his affinity towards fans whether its inside basketball arenas or out in the streets has made him an endearing personality.

There are many who do not like him, partly for his liberal political views, and for claiming to be the GOAT of basketball. But other than the those, some clips on social media proved how popular he is. A fan was at a store purchasing James’ new Barbie Ken doll and a reporter asked how long he has been waiting to purchase it. To this he said.

We came yesterday, a good little fourteen hours, and about to get my LeBron doll. It was worth it.

A fan said

ABC7 Los Angeles reported that fans lined up at a store overnight in Fairfax District, LA. They all wanted to be able to get their hands on the first 300 limited edition models of this Barbie athlete Ken Doll. This was made in collaboration with the LeBron James Foundation, which means proceeds from it are going to charitable causes.

LeBron James getting rest for first time ahead of playoffs

Fans might be lining up to buy his Barbie doll, but that is the most they might see of LeBron James over the next week. The 40-year-old will get six days of rest ahead of the first-round playoffs. No wonder he was happy about it after securing the playoffs after the win against the Dallas Mavericks.

It’s very important. We get that week off. Being a part of the Play-In I think the last couple years, anything can happen. Anytime you can get some rest, I’m speaking for myself, shit anytime I can get a week off from not playing ball, I’ll take it. I’ll take it.

LeBron James said

James might be the most conditioned athlete in the league. But he is still the oldest and considering the number of minutes he plays, some rest days will do wonders for his tired legs. The Akron native and his teammates will face the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first round, a matchup that should excite the four-time league MVP.

James, Luka Doncic and JJ Redick will have to bring out a tactical masterclass to dispatch Timberwolves early

The Minnesota Timberwolves won six of the seven games they contested in the month of April. That lone loss came against a Giannis Antetokounmpo masterclass. Other than that, the team gave a glimpse of how they have built their chemistry. They have come a long way after struggling early on since Julius Randle arrived.

In those days, superstar Anthony Edwards was complaining and pouting. But now he has found his swagger back. He will relish the chance at going up against his Paris Olympics and FIBA World Cup teammates.

This means, LeBron James and JJ Redick will have to think of ways to dispatch the hot-handed Timberwolves early. Be it if four or five games, the men in purple and gold have to finish the job fast. Their leading superstar needs rest, and the only way they can continue giving him some days off is to win a series early.

Luka Doncic‘s past with Anthony Edwards should make this series interesting. At the same time, how the younger Wolves adjust to battle a Los Angeles Lakers team brimming with playoff experience will make the series exciting. Game 1 of that series starts on Saturday, April 19th.