Apr 6, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA;Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) reacts after scoring against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
The slogan game respects game rang true in Dallas on Wednesday night. Lebron James and the Los Angeles Lakers took on the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday night. Following the game, James was asked about Derrick Henry who was in attendance for the game.
“I’ve said over and over that King Henry is my favorite player in the National Football League,” James said.
James’ quote does not come as much of a surprise considering the two athletes have been given with the nickname “King.