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The NBA vs. NFL controversy has been re-ignited once again. The NBA and the NFL are the two biggest leagues in the United States. However, there has been a growing rivalry between both leagues as to who is more popular among fans. Now, none other than LeBron James has chimed into the debate. He also has a clear winner between the two!
In a blockbuster Christmas Day game, the Los Angeles Lakers faced off against the Golden State Warriors. With the game turning out to be an absolute cracker, the purple and gold brigade managed to pick up a thrilling 115-113 win. And this match, according to James, has been the deciding factor between who had the last laugh between the two heavyweight leagues. “I love the NFL, I love the NFL. But Christmas is our day,” said James.
Meanwhile, the NBA legend’s comment had the entire internet flocking to the comments section. While some supported the NBA legend’s claim, others outright denied it!
LeBron James Leaves Internet Fans Divided Over NBA vs. NFL Debate
LeBron James’ statement soon made a heavy impact on the internet. Fans started to come in and give their verdict on the NBA vs. NFL supremacy.
One fan commented, “who had more viewers? That Beyonce Netflix special might have set a new record.”
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Another fan said, “NFL all day over the NBA.”
A third fan commented, “LeBron staking his claim-Christmas belongs to the NBA!”
Another fan mentioned, “LeBron = greatest career of all time.
Jordan = greatest player
Chamberlain = greatest season
Curry = greatest shooter
Russell = greatest champion”
This fan begged to differ from James’ claims. The comment read, “Ratings say otherwise.”
Another fan echoed a similar sentiment saying, “I promise you everyone was watching football.”
Lastly, this fan said, “Hmmm @NFL challenge bring it again on Netflix!! NBA just called you all out!
We Love it.”
Thus, with the battle lines being drawn by the legend himself, it now remains to be seen how interesting the NBA vs. NFL viewership ratings can be.
LeBron James Puts Nike On Blast For The NBA Christmas Day Jerseys
LeBron James (Image Credit: Getty Images)
The NBA’s Christmas Day games have always been one of the league’s most anticipated traditions, with five high-profile games featuring star players. This year’s games include a primetime showdown between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Golden State Warriors. Although LeBron James, a regular participant in Christmas Day games, is excited about the matchup, he’s upset about something missing from the holiday festivities.
James, who will be playing in his 19th Christmas game, is no stranger to the significance of this day. Over his 18 previous Christmas appearances, James has averaged 26.5 points, 7.7 rebounds, 7.1 assists, and 1.5 steals, with a 10-8 record, the most Christmas wins by any player. However, as the Lakers prepare to take on the Warriors, James voiced his disappointment over the absence of the Christmas jerseys, a tradition that started in 2012.
LeBron shared his thoughts on X (formerly Twitter), writing, “Not having Xmas day unis anymore really sucks! That was a great feeling walking into the locker room and seeing those. It was literally like receiving a present! Whomp whomp!”
Adidas introduced the Christmas Day uniforms, a hit with players and fans. These festive designs, featuring themes like snowflakes and holiday cards, became iconic, adding a touch of excitement to the season’s most-watched games. However, after Nike took over as the NBA’s official uniform provider in 2017, they discontinued the jerseys, much to the frustration of many, including LeBron.
How NBA Christmas Jerseys Changed From Adidas To Nike
The NBA’s Christmas Day uniforms became a major part of the tradition during the Adidas era, running from 2012 to 2016. The designs reflected a holiday theme each year, making the games stand out. The jerseys were often a symbol of the honor of playing on Christmas, a day that saw some of the most-watched games of the season.
Nike took over the uniform contract in 2017 and quickly shifted away from the special Christmas jerseys. Instead, Nike has introduced several jersey collections, but none specifically designed for Christmas. While Nike continues to focus on regular jerseys like the Association, Icon, and Statement editions, many fans feel that their jerseys have lost the Christmas spirit.
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With the NBA facing challenges like declining viewership and a shift in fan interest, LeBron’s callout might be the push needed to bring back the Christmas uniforms. It’s uncertain whether Nike and the league will act, but LeBron’s influence as a superstar and Nike ambassador might just be enough.
