For almost five years, NBA fans missed out on matchups between LeBron James and Kevin Durant. Fortunately, the previous season brought a series of early games featuring these two stars, with the Los Angeles Lakers facing off against the Phoenix Suns, including a notable In-Season Tournament quarterfinal where James emerged victorious.
Now in the twilight of their careers, James and Durant have limited opportunities for individual duels. Yet, the 2024 Paris Olympics provided a final chance to see these legends together on the court.
The Olympics were significant for Team USA, with James, Durant, and Stephen Curry leading the team despite their advanced ages. Each of these three players delivered memorable performances throughout the tournament.
“KD?” James responded. “KD’s one of the all-time greats. It’s not even a question. I mean, you just look at his silhouette, look at his skill. He’s one of the best basketball players we’ve ever seen play the game of basketball.”
Though Curry stole the spotlight with his decisive plays in the gold medal match against France, Durant also contributed significantly with key mid-range shots, even after recovering from a calf issue during the exhibition games. Like James, Durant, at 35, is an exceptional scorer, and fans are realizing that this particular trio will never reunite on the same team.
In the realm of sports debates, Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson, known for his athleticism and past basketball experience, recently claimed he could out-dunk LeBron James, despite LeBron being nearly 40. Richardson, who has impressed with his basketball skills, may be overestimating his chances against a player who has consistently showcased incredible dunking abilities even at his age.
In a different context, Tom Brady, in a hypothetical scenario, envisioned LeBron James and Anthony Davis playing football.
