“Should be illegal!” – LeBron James throwing down monstrous dunk after turning 40 has fans losing their minds

The timeless LeBron James continues to awe the basketball world even after recently turning 40.

“Should be illegal!” – LeBron James throwing down monstrous dunk after turning 40 has fans losing their minds

40-year-old, LeBron James dunks the ball

LeBron James isn’t just a generational talent but also a freak of nature whose athletic abilities may soon draw interest from scientific researchers at UCLA. Recently, James became the first player in the NBA to play in the league both as a teenager and past the age of 40.

The events of today were nothing short of legendary—almost like a folk tale that will be passed down by sports fanatics for generations to come. King James, who first stepped onto an NBA court in 2003 wearing a Cleveland Cavaliers jersey, went on to win a championship for his team.

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Now, he has played his first game as a 40-year-old, donning a bright yellow Lakers jersey against none other than the Cleveland Cavaliers. It’s no wonder fans sometimes that feel that their favorite sports moments might be scripted.

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Around the 6-minute mark in the second quarter, with the game tied at 39-39, James executed his classic give-and-go on a fast break before throwing it down on the rim. Fans in the arena erupted in a roar, amazed to witness James’ athletic prowess at the age of 40, as the Lakers took the lead.

Although the Los Angeles Lakers ultimately lost the game to the mighty Cleveland Cavaliers—who are currently playing like top contenders for the championship title—Number 23 still gifted fans around the world a stunning 23-point performance. He shot 50% from beyond the arc, making three three-pointers, while also contributing four rebounds and seven assists.

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NBA fans on Twitter reacts to LeBron James dunk at the age of 40

The home crowd went ballistic when they saw LeBron James throw down a dunk in the Crypto.com Arena. Live tweeting on X while watching the game has become a norm within the sports community, and this historic dunk was bound to get some reactions online.

LeBron James, at 40, is playing a pivotal role in keeping the Lakers’ playoff hopes afloat with an 18-14 record. In his 22nd year in the league, he is averaging 23.4 points, 7.7 rebounds, and 8.9 assists, which is well above the league’s average, putting him among the league’s scoring leaders.

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Next, Los Angeles will go up against the Portland Trail Blazers, who are among the bottom of the Western Conference. Fans can expect the Lakers to take advantage of their home court and finish the job without much resistance.