LeBron James of the Lakers Defies Eric Gordon and Father Time with Spectacular Chasedown Block in His 21st Year

LeBron James is aging like fine wine as he helped the Lakers and Anthony Davis beat the Suns with Eric Gordon

The adage that ‘Father Time remains undefeated’ holds true for many athletes. Only a select few in the history of sports have managed to maintain their peak performance even as they age. Tom Brady is a prime example of this, having retired after a long and illustrious career at the pinnacle of his sport.

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Another exceptional athlete who continues to excel is LeBron James, who, with the support of Anthony Davis, seems poised to set new longevity records in the world of sports. His recent performance against the Phoenix Suns, particularly his chase-down block on Eric Gordon, serves as a testament to his enduring abilities.

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During their victory over the Suns, LeBron James displayed remarkable speed and determination as he pursued Eric Gordon. In a manner reminiscent of his iconic block in the 2016 finals against Andre Iguodala, James swatted the ball against the glass, although the Lakers were unable to secure the subsequent rebound or mount another defensive effort. Josh Okogie promptly capitalized on the second-chance opportunity.

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Nonetheless, LeBron and the Lakers secured the win with a remarkable clutch basket. Anthony Davis led the offensive charge with 30 points and 12 rebounds, while LeBron, playing as a small forward, contributed 21 points, eight rebounds, and nine assists. While time may eventually catch up to any athlete, it appears that it will be a while before it does so with “The King.”