The eternal discussion of who is the best player in the NBA the story will never end. There are the followers of Michael Jordan, considered by most to be the best, but we must add the followers of the historic Wilt Chamberlain and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and more recently the versatile LeBron James.
King James is a once-in-a-lifetime player, and he has had a magnificent career full of great moments and fantastic performances. Below, we’ll list his top 10 games at the pro level from his 2003 debut with the Cleveland Cavaliers to his current days with the Los Angeles Lakers. Be the judge, with arguments in hand, of this player who has undoubtedly shown great perseverance, versatility and effectiveness.
10 November 29, 2003, vs. Memphis Grizzlies
The first big game in LeBron James’ career, at just 18 years old he was able to score 33 points, capture 16 rebounds and distribute seven assists in 55 minutes played, numbers that, despite the fact that the game went to two extensions, It served to begin to show the world of basketball that a new star of this sport was born. All this effort, however, was not enough for the Cleveland Cavaliers, who ended up losing to the Memphis Grizzlies 115-122.
9 March 3, 2014, Vs. Charlotte Bobcats
The American Airlines Arena in Miami, Florida witnessed the most outstanding performance of King James’s career in terms of points scored. In 41 minutes played, he scored 61 points (49% of his team that day), converted 22 of 33 field goals for 67%, which included eight three-point baskets in 10 attempts, complemented by nine free throws. In addition, he grabbed seven rebounds and provided four assists. All this in the Heat’s easy victory over the Charlotte Bobcats 124-107.
8 May 3, 2006, Washington Wizards vs.
In the fifth game of the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs and in what was his first postseason experience, LeBron James, 21, gave a new demonstration of mettle and greatness by scoring 45 points, capturing seven rebounds and deliver six assists in 46 minutes played.
The game would end with a 121-120 victory for the Cavaliers over the Washington Wizards, who also witnessed James’ cold blood with 17 of 18 free throws converted and a spectacular layup with 0.9 seconds left, which would determine the result. final.
7 May 20, 2012 vs. Indiana Pacers
In his second year of contract with the Miami Heat, in the end champions of that season, LeBron signed one of his most dominant games in the paint, with 18 rebounds, including nine in the last quarter, leaving aside that they were away against the Indianas. Pacers at Bankers Life Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. To highlight, the team entered this game trailing 1-2 in those conference semifinals, but James turned the team on its back, as always, finishing with 40 points, nine assists, two blocks and two steals in the Heat’s victory by 101-93. .
6 June 7, 2012, vs. Boston Celtics
In those same playoffs, LeBron James had another masterful performance. In the sixth game of the Eastern Conference Finals against the Boston Celtics, at TD Garden, and with his team down 2-3. LeBron posted an impressive 73.1 (19-for-26) shooting percentage, grabbing 15 rebounds and capping off a great night with five assists and a total of 45 points scored. LeBron once again took out his warrior chassis to announce that he was not willing to lose the opportunity to be NBA champion for the first time again.
5 Feb 18, 2010, Denver Nuggets vs.
In the final year of his first stint with his beloved Cleveland Cavaliers, James had probably his best complete game against the Denver Nuggets, scoring 43 points, grabbing 13 rebounds, dishing out 15 assists, stealing two balls and blocking four. Impressive dominance in all facets of the game to be sure, but believe it or not, the Nuggets came out on top 118-116.
4 May 31, 2007, Vs. Detroit Pistons
LeBron James scored 48 points, including his team’s final 25 points in the Cleveland Cavaliers’ 109-107 victory over the Detroit Pistons in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference finals. It was another day at the office for LeBron. That memorable performance came at The Palace of Auburn Hills in Michigan, whose fans also witnessed nine rebounds and seven assists in 50 minutes of play from the 22-year-old.
3 June 13, 2016, vs. golden state warriors
In the great rivalry with the Golden State Warriors, the 2016 chapter stands out. In the fifth game of the NBA finals, being down 1-3, LeBron James registered 41 points scored, 16 rebounds, seven assists, three blocks and three steals, LeBron as always firmly took the reins of the team and in what way , with a solid victory for the Cavaliers by 112-97.
Three days later he would put on a similar show, with 41 points, 8 rebounds, 11 assists, 4 steals and 3 blocks for a result of 115-101. When LeBron faces elimination, he’s a monster.
two May 24, 2015 vs. atlanta falcons
Can you imagine a player missing his first 10 shots? Well, for Lebron, the worst starting streak of his entire career, but his greatness and mental strength to recover from it is notorious, culminating the game with 37 points scored, including the three-point field goal to win the game in the absence of 36 seconds. , he also had 18 rebounds, 13 assists and three steals. The context of this feat and the result? Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals and a 114-111 victory for the Cavaliers against the Atlanta Hawks.
1 June 19, 2016, vs. golden state warriors
This was an unforgettable Game 7 as the Golden State Warriors and Cleveland Cavaliers put an end to the electrifying NBA Finals. Perhaps the 27 points, 11 rebounds, 11 assists and two steals playing on the road in front of nearly 20,000 people do not indicate LeBron James’ career highs. But the three important blocks he made that night were a decisive part of the championship, mainly the iconic block on Andre Iguodala with less than two minutes to go, which served to demoralize the opponent. Without a doubt, it is one of the most exciting plays of all time, which was decisive in the final result, with the Cavaliers winning the championship 93-89.