“Wants to be like MJ so bad” – ‘LeGambler’ LeBron James teaches 20-year-old Lakers star blackjack, prompting NBA fans to make WILD jokes

LeBron James takes Max Christie under his wing and teaches him blackjack.


“Wants to be like MJ so bad” – ‘LeGambler’ LeBron James teaches 20-year-old Lakers star blackjack, prompting NBA fans to make WILD jokes

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LeBron James appears to be both a mentor and friend to young guard Max Christie, not only on the basketball court but also off it. The LA Lakers superstar and sophomore guard Christie were spotted playing Blackjack, with LeBron offering guidance to Christie on how to succeed in the game.

It appears that Christie may not be a skilled Blackjack player and seemed quite perplexed during the game. In a video, four-time NBA champion James is seen instructing his teammate on how to play Blackjack and continues to offer guidance on the game and strategies for winning.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jmZcQOB_py8

Max Christie was drafted by the Lakers in the second round of the 2022 draft. The Lakers signed him to a two-year contract, which included a requirement for him to play with the South Bay Lakers at certain intervals. Through five games of the Lakers preseason, head coach Darvin Ham has given Christie extended run to prove his worth in the rotation. 

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During the summer, head coach Darvin Ham, along with the front office and Christie’s teammates, have witnessed the guard’s capabilities. Now, the focus is on translating those skills to the NBA level.

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NBA Fans didn’t hold back as they saw LeBron James teaching Max Christie blackjack

When LeBron James was spotted teaching Max Christie how to play blackjack, it created quite a buzz on Twitter. Given Michael Jordans well-known penchant for gambling, many Twitter users jokingly suggested that James might be trying to emulate Jordan’s love for gambling.

Here are a few reactions:

https://twitter.com/Sleepy758895111/status/1714962246017704220

ames and Christie appear to be relishing their offseason, but as the new NBA season approaches, they will soon redirect their attention to basketball. James is gearing up for his 21st season in the NBA, ready to lead a revamped Lakers roster. Meanwhile, Christie is aiming to establish his name as he enters his sophomore year in the league.

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