Rams rookie wonder Puka Nacua goes viral for watching LeBron James highlights while girlfriend shops

Puka Nacua is seemingly a big fan of NBA superstar LeBron James.

Rams rookie wonder Puka Nacua goes viral for watching LeBron James highlights while girlfriend shops

Puka Nacua and LeBron James (Via Reuters and SI)

Puka Nacua, the wide receiver of the Los Angeles Rams, won the hearts of millions with his remarkable rookie campaign in the NFL. Though the team took an early exit in the postseason, the WR’s performance was subjected to much discussion. And now, Puka Nacua — who is in off-season mode — is making headlines for watching LeBron James highlights while his girlfriend Hallie Aiono was shopping.

Recently, a short video, shot by Nacua’s girlfriend, Hallie Aiono went viral on social media. The video was filmed at an Aritzia Store where Aiono was shopping for some stuff while Nacua kept himself busy with basketball. He was sitting on a table and watching some LeBron James highlights.

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In addition, Drake‘s music was also playing in the background and he was finishing a beverage. The video reflected Nacua’s admiration for the Los Angeles Lakers’ power forward LeBron James.

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Nacua’s girlfriend explained the whole scenario in the video. She said that it was the best way for a couple to get their shopping done. Citing her experience she further hinted that women will enjoy a hassle-free space shopping experience if they provide their partners a drink and a space to have their personal fun.

Nothing will make a boy happier than a treat, a drink, phone time, music. You’re set girl, go shop your a** off.
Puka Nacua’s girlfriend said in the video

The Rams wide receiver was so invested in the game that he kept on watching it while leaving the Mart. It depicted his genuine love for the game.

LeBron James and Puka Nacua share mutual respect

The admiration that Nacua has for LeBron James is not one-sided. LeBron James had some words of appreciation for the rookie WR who had a great season with the Rams. When Nacua was dominating the league, James called him Puca Doncic, synonymous with NBA superstar Luka Doncic’s name. It was a gesture of appreciation from the power forward’s end.

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Puka Nacua (Via PFN)

The appreciation from James’ end did not stop there. He congratulated Nacua after the latter broke the Rams rookie receiving record. Nacua got overwhelmed with the appreciation and responded with gratitude. 

I’m a huge LeBron fan, so stuff like that definitely doesn’t go over my head I said in a group chat … if my girlfriend wasn’t my screensaver than LeBron posting would be
Puka Nacua said according to reporter Adam Grosbard

With his stellar performance this season, the talented wide receiver is one of the frontrunners to win the Offensive Rookie of the Year Award for the 2023 season.

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