The Los Angeles Lakers delivered a commendable performance throughout the 2024-25 NBA season; however, their endeavour ultimately proved insufficient to surpass the Minnesota Timberwolves in the initial round of the playoffs. Amid this situation, NBA analyst Skip Bayless openly expressed his criticism of LeBron James.
During Game 5 of the Lakers’ first-round series against the Timberwolves, LeBron James suffered an injury after colliding with Donte DiVincenzo. Recently, on an episode of the Skip Bayless show, Bayless accused LeBron of faking his injury.
“Another Lebron playoff flameout, followed by another leaked and planted excuse. He an his inner circle did it again, Rich Paul you are the all time greatest at excuse planting with key media members,” Bayless said.
Skip Bayless Accuses Lebron of Faking his Injury:
— Thetruth (@Thetruth8240) May 8, 2025
"Another Lebron playoff flameout, followed by another leaked and planted excuse. He an his inner circle did it again, Rich Paul you are the all time greatest at excuse planting with key media members" pic.twitter.com/yhgRX3gNi2
An MRI on May 1 revealed that James has a Grade 2 sprain of the medial collateral ligament in his left knee. Following the Lakers’ quick exit from the postseason, there were many questions about the team’s overall performance. James’s injury became one of the most discussed topics after the Lakers’ playoff exit.
LeBron James Opens Up About The Lakers’ Early Playoffs’ Exit
The Lakers’ early playoff exit sparked considerable discussion among fans. Many were eager to understand how the Lakers stumbled against the Timberwolves in the first round. Meanwhile, during a recent episode of the Mind the Game Podcast, LeBron James shared valuable insights into the factors contributing to the Lakers’ early playoff departure.
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“It’s never just about me and Luka… it was always Minnesota vs. the Lakers… And I am at a point in my career now that I don’t lose sleep over that, like, ‘F–k, how did me and Luka lose?’ Well, there’s eight other guys on the floor,” James said.
LeBron James says teams win championships:
— Lakers Better (@LakersBetter) May 8, 2025
"It's never just about me and Luka… it was always Minnesota vs. the Lakers… And I am at a point in my career now that I don't lose sleep over that, like, 'F–k, how did me and Luka lose?' Well, there's eight other guys on the floor." pic.twitter.com/UQnzsgcJp2
James played in all five playoff games against the Timberwolves this season, averaging 25.4 points, nine rebounds, and 5.6 assists in the series.
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