Soccer queen Sam Kerr salutes LeBron James as the NBA king after his recent feat
Chelsea FC Women’s forward, Sam Kerr, has expressed admiration for basketball legend LeBron James following his remarkable achievement of scoring 40,000 points in the NBA.
Known for her exceptional talent on the football pitch, Kerr, an Australian international, is also an avid basketball fan. She joined a chorus of voices celebrating James’ historic milestone, recognizing his incredible contribution to the sport.
Kerr, currently recovering from an ACL injury sustained in January, took a moment to acknowledge James’ accomplishment amidst her rehabilitation. Despite being sidelined from WSL action until the 2024-25 season, Kerr remains engaged with sports news, particularly the achievements of fellow athletes like LeBron James.
James, a star for the Los Angeles Lakers, has cemented his status as one of the greatest basketball players of all time, drawing comparisons to legends such as Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, and Magic Johnson. His unprecedented feat of reaching 40,000 career points solidifies his place in NBA history, earning him accolades from fans and athletes worldwide.
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LeBron James is worthy of NBA legendary status following a career that has seen him winning four NBA championships, four MVP awards and four Finals MVP awards.
To reach his latest milestone, James used a spin move to create separation from Denver’s Michael Porter Jr. and put the ball with his left hand. In reaction, the sold-out crowd roared in approval as James reached 40,000 points and they also gave him a standing ovation when he went to the bench at the next break.
The Lakers did not win that game despite Lebron James’ heroics on Saturday. That has not had any impact on the commendations rolling in for his record-setting feat.
