LeBron James makes ‘250 points’ argument about Giannis Antetokounmpo in response to modern NBA critics

LeBron James backed Giannis Antetokounmpo to find success in all eras of the NBA.

LeBron James, for all his greatness, has often been dismissed by several NBA critics. One of the biggest claims made against him is the era he plays in.

For many, LeBron will never live up to the legends of prior eras because he never had to endure the level of physicality the NBA had seen in years past.

Stephen A. Smith has consistently used this point to belittle LeBron James’ GOAT case. But it isn’t just LeBron who faces this critique.

Players like Stephen Curry often get disrespected when compared to legends of the ’80s and ’90s. But now, LeBron James has fired back at those critics.

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LeBron James backs Giannis to succeed in 70s

In a clip from his upcoming interview on the Pat McAfee Show, LeBron James seemed to respond to the critics of the modern NBA and it’s stars.

Using Giannis Antetokounmpo as an example, LeBron asked the panel for a reason why Giannis Antetokounmpo couldn’t be successful in the 70s with his skills and build.