Shannon Sharpe puts out ‘mic drop’ statement after LeBron James saves Team USA from embarrassment

Team USA head coach, Steve Kerr was also "blown away" by LeBron James' focus with Team USA.


Shannon Sharpe puts out ‘mic drop’ statement after LeBron James saves Team USA from embarrassment

Shannon Sharpe and LeBron James

LeBron James has been one of the most important and clutch players for the Los Angeles Lakers over the years in the NBA. Similarly, James demonstrated something quite usual to him, a clutch performance but this time for his country, Team USA against South Sudan in a crunch 101-100 win for his side, with James making the winning shot. Notably, former NFL star Shannon Sharpe was all praise about James on social media.

Sharpe wasted no time in silencing the critics who doubted “The King” regarding his age and fitness to play for his nation over the young players. He took to X to put forward his opinions where he highlighted James “still got it” and is one of the most important players in the USA side for the upcoming 2024 Paris Olympics.

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I guess we got our answer on who’s taking the last shot IF* USA men’s tm dwn a basket? Guess he’s not 2 old after all. #GOATJAMES #OlympicPrep #WeWinningGold
Shannon Sharpe wrote on X

In addition, James and another USA star Stephen Curry have been complimenting each other very well and will be crucial for their nation in the Olympics.

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On the contrary, Team USA looks like they are the clear favorites to clinch the gold medal for the 5th time in Olympic history. However, unlike the previous tournaments, they face severe competition this time with the other nations adding better players to their rosters. With James in top form for his nation, it will be intriguing to see how James and Co. perform in the 2024 Paris Olympics.

Steve Kerr “blown away” by LeBron James’ focus with Team USA

LeBron James has been making the headlines lately after his recent performances for his nation, Team USA ahead of the 2024 Paris Olympics. Notably, Team USA’s head coach, Steve Kerr opened up on James, praising his focus and concentration in the sport for his nation ahead of an important tournament. Kerr claimed that he was “blown away” by James’ focus on Team USA.

On every single drill he talks, He's even in a shootaround walkthrough his voice behind the play, yelling out what's happening, yelling out the scheme, his leadership by example. The guy is incredible and I mean I've known that forever, but to see it up close is pretty special.
Steve Kerr told ESPN’s Brian Windhorst

In addition, Lebron James is making his Team USA appearance directly after the 2012 Olympics. He declared during the 2023–24 NBA season that he was entirely committed to playing for the USA team as per ESPN. James will be hoping to end his career on a high note and will be targeting to win the 5th gold medal for his nation in the Paris Olympics.

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