LeBron James could have lost patience with Russell Westbrook after his many games without. But the King continues to show solidarity with his teammate, and he even goes so far as to yell at the referees for the leader!
In the absence ofAnthony Davis, still and always injured, Russell Westbrook and LeBron James must learn to function as a real duo. A mission largely within the reach of the two Hall of Famers, but which is not easy with their relatively similar profiles. Indeed, both need the ball to be effective, and both need to attack the basket to gain confidence…
To make it easier for everyone, the point guard decided to adapt to the needs of the team, he is confident that he is the one who must sacrifice himself in the Big 3 to hope to go to the title at the end of the season. But with his lack of skill and impatience on the pitch, he soon came under attack from the fans. After each defeat, he finds himself trending on Twitter because of a humiliating hashtag.
LeBron demands whistles for Russell Westbrook
Despite the obvious difficulties of his teammate and the disappointing results of his team, LeBron James does not lose hope and refuses to lose patience. He addressed a message of apology to the fans after a humiliating defeat, but behind the scenes, he did everything to remobilize his people. The result was immediate with a victory against the Jazz, during which he was particularly united with his teammates. He notably put pressure on the referees about Russell Westbrook.
“I want Russell Westbrook to get the same respect”
LeBron lookin out for Russ not getting calls. Real. ????
pic.twitter.com/X7gPQcgfWQ— Complex Sports (@ComplexSports) January 18, 2022
I want Russ to be so respected!
LeBron James didn’t appreciate the whistle, nor did he appreciate Rudy Gobert’s big angry gesture towards the referee, which didn’t earn him a technical foul. The King therefore simply asked the game’s assessor to be as lenient in his judgment with Russell Westbrook, who also deserves a little preferential treatment because of his legendary status. The ringleader finally avenged himself a few minutes later.
It’s hard to know if this rant will have any effect on the referees, but Russell Westbrook no doubt appreciated the gesture. He feels supported, which can only be beneficial for the rest of the season.
