The host of ESPN's First Take show named his top five of the best NBA players in the world, including LeBron James but leaving out Kevin Durant.

As Irving continues to nurse his torn ACL, this can only be seen as a way of Irving returning the favor for Smith's disowning takes over the year, especially on his First Take show and his talks with legendary NFL tight end, Shannon Sharpe.

Bronny James made an impact in his 2025 NBA Summer League debut for the Los Angeles Lakers, highlighted by a viral steal-and-dunk sequence against the Miami Heat. His biggest supporter was pretty impressed. LeBron James reposted the highlight on Instagram with the caption, “BRONNY SHOWTIME.”

The ESPN analyst named his top five NBA players in history, including the likes of Michael Jordan and LeBron James but leaving out Curry and Bryant.

LeBron James’ Former Teammate Does 180 in GOAT Debate, Apologizes to Michael Jordan originally appeared on Athlon Sports. For the past decade or so, the NBA Greatest Player of All Time (GOAT) debate has largely revolved around two players: LeBron James and Michael Jordan.

When you speak the NBA, there are generally two languages you can speak. The post LeBron James Challenges ESPN & Others Over Michael Jordan Remark After Major Slip Up appeared first on EssentiallySports.

Bronny James put in a solid showing for the LA Lakers despite defeat to the LA Clippers in the NBA's Las Vegas Summer League. This comes despite rumours that father LeBron James is subject to speculation over a trade with the Dallas Mavericks.

Bronny James' recent performance in the NBA Summer League against the Miami Heats has sparked mixed reactions. While some fans are impressed by his on

Golden State Warriors superstar Stephen Curry had a response to Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James' recent post.

The former ESPN analyst made some controversial choices in his ranking of the 10 best NBA players in history, including putting LeBron James at 9th.