WATCH: “Cleaning up your own mess” – LeBron James’ clinical chasedown block immediately after losing possession against the Thunder has left fans in awe

LeBron James is currently the oldest player in the NBA at 38 years.

WATCH: “Cleaning up your own mess” – LeBron James’ clinical chasedown block immediately after losing possession against the Thunder has left fans in awe

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Achieving a season-high of 40 points, LeBron James significantly influenced the Los Angeles Lakers‘ triumph at the Paycom Center, the home court of the Oklahoma City Thunder. The game concluded with a final score of 129-120, breaking the Lakers’ four-game losing streak and putting an end to the Thunder’s three-game winning streak.

Wrapping up the game with a remarkable performance, LeBron James demonstrated his skills, tallying 40 points, seven rebounds, and seven assists. Anthony Davis contributed significantly with 26 points, 11 rebounds, and seven assists. Transitioning to the Oklahoma City Thunder’s performance, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander concluded the game with an impressive stat line of 34 points, five rebounds, and seven assists.

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During a crucial moment in the fourth quarter, with the score standing at 110-108, LeBron James committed a turnover to Luguentz Dort of the OKC. Swiftly advancing towards the Lakers’ basket with James in pursuit, Dort posed a potential threat. Demonstrating his defensive prowess, James executed a remarkable chase-down block, successfully thwarting the Thunder’s attempt to score.

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Throughout his NBA career, LeBron James has gained renown for his consistent blocks, highlighting his exceptional athleticism even at the age of 38, securing his position as the oldest player in the league. In the ongoing season, he sustains impressive averages of 25.2 points, 7.7 rebounds, 7.3 assists, and a remarkable 54.4% field goal percentage.

Fans react to another LeBron James defensive masterclass

Widely regarded as one of the greatest players in the history of the sport, LeBron James is often compared to Michael Jordan in debates over the greatest basketball player of all time (The GOAT). In the Lakers’ 129-120 away win against the Oklahoma City Thunder, James once again displayed his defensive masterclass, showcasing why he excels at the chase-down block.

This game, where he scored a season-high 40 points, played a pivotal role in guiding the Lakers back to winning ways against the in-form Thunder team.

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Videos capturing James’ customary chase-down block against the Thunder flooded social media, with the popular social media platform, X (formerly known as Twitter), witnessing fans and viewers expressing their praise and joy. Below are some of the fans’ reactions:

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As the all-time leading scorer in NBA history, James, now in his 20th season in the league, aims to guide the Lakers to the NBA playoffs. Presently positioned 9th in the Western Conference standings, the Lakers are gearing up for their next game against the Boston Celtics at the Crypto.com Arena, their home court.

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