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See the full story · 1 sourcesLongtime NBA analyst Skip Bayless accused LeBron James of trying to take a page out of Michael Jordan’s playbook, as the newly minted Philadelphia 76ers forward is reportedly planning to do a “Last Dance”-style documentary in collaboration with ESPN.
According to The Athletic’s Andrew Marchand, James will have a camera crew following him to document his time with the Philadelphia 76ers, starting this upcoming season. The 41-year-old has signed a two-year, $8 million deal with them this summer.
“LeBron is at it again, trying to be Jordan, beat Jordan with a Jordan-style “Last Dance” documentary. Laughably pathetic. He’s not even in MJ’s universe. There was only one 23,” Bayless reacted on X.
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Bayless has been a staunch critic of James over the years because he’s a huge fan of Michael Jordan, whom he extensively covered as a lead sports columnist for the Chicago Tribune during the 90s.
Maverick Carter shoots down speculation of a “Last Dance” documentary of LeBron James
March 6, 2020; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) speaks with businessman Maverick Carter (left) during a stoppage in play in the second half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images Uninterrupted CEO Maverick Carter took to social media to dispel rumors about LeBron James’ plan to create his own “Last Dance”-style documentary. James co-signed Carter’s message by retweeting
“We are NOT doing anything like the “last dance” LeBron doesn’t even know when his last season is,” Carter said on X.
Carter and James have come a long way, as they basically grew up together. Carter has served as James’ business advisor, helping the Philadelphia 76ers forward reach a net worth of over $1 billion through various ventures.
This summer, James has made it clear he’s going all-in, trying to win his fifth Larry O’Brien trophy, so he doesn’t need any distractions. If he does so, he’ll become the first player in league history to win a championship with four different teams.
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