While the Los Angeles Lakers had less than an exhilarating season, its newest addition, LeBron James, isn’t going to let the team’s losing record deter him from championship pursuits. In an Instagram post, the 6’8″ power forward reassured purple and gold fans that the franchise will be better and stronger next season.
“Believe me!” James began. “Promise #LakerNation the spell won’t last much longer! I swear. The marathon continues!” The Lakers’ record currently stands at 32 wins and 41 losses. In late February, after the team succumbed to a 110-105 defeat to the Memphis Grizzlies, James told reporters that the losing streak is something he can’t adjust to.
“The last few years, everyone’s so accustomed to the losses that I’m just not accustomed to. I’m not accustomed to it,” he said, per USA Today. “I would never get comfortable with losing.” Ahead of the 2018-19 season, James joined the team after leaving the Cleveland Cavaliers for the second time.
The 34-year-old pro-athlete has seen 13 playoffs since his tenure in the league. His postseason appearances have also amassed three NBA championship titles.
