KAreem Abdul-Jabbar, one of the great legends of the Los Angeles Lakers, criticized his behavior LeBron James in some moments of a season to forget for the Los Angeles team, which is one step away from being even out of the ‘play-in’, a very different goal than the one they had in mind before the season started.
However, Jabbar’s criticism goes beyond the pitch. The NBA’s all-time leading scorer criticizes certain behaviors and has criticized him for not behaving in an exemplary and responsible manner, taking advantage of the loudspeaker that supposes the world of the sport to try to be an example for society.
“Some of the things he has done and said are really below what is expected of him, from what I can see. He has done great things, but is sometimes far below his level And it’s hard for me to accept that when he’s committed to a different vision of playing and being professional. It’s hard to figure out which side you’re on and you have to check your stance,” the NBA legend said.
Kareem, who has always been very involved in struggles for social and racial equality, assured that he would love to meet and chat with LeBron, who also praised his commitment to society in certain aspects: “You have to give him credit for it, I don’t want to throw stones at anyone. I just wish that… you know, There are things he’s done that he should be ashamed of.”
A few words that caused a stir in the United States and that needed clarification from Kareem, that he sent a note to the LA Times to qualify his words and express his admiration for LeBron James: “I am sorry for my offhand response which has been overblown. For years, I have expressed my deep admiration and respect for LeBron as a community leader and athlete. That has not changed and never will.”
