LeBron James has dealt with being compared to Michael Jordan for most of his career as fans constantly debate which player is the greatest of all time. As James nears the end of his career, he's ready to be done hearing the constant discourse,

When asked about Anthony Edwards not wanting to be the face of the NBA, LeBron James said "he didn't ask" to be the face of the league either.

Since then, the media has drilled Ant man for his comments and how the 23-year-old doesn't realize the opportunity to be in consideration for the same. Well, amid the chaos, Los Angeles Lakers captain LeBron James spoke out in favor of Edwards.

James Harden was one of the NBA's most singular scoring forces during his run with the Houston Rockets from 2012 to '21, ultimately winning the NBA MVP award in 2018 after finishing as runner-up in '15 and '17.

Brian Windhorst says LeBron James' 50K milestone should signify that he believes that this Lakers team can make a deep run in the playoffs.

Brian Windhorst and Monica McNutt break down the Lakers' big win over the Pelicans and what message LeBron James and Luka Doncic are sending the league.

Tim Legler and Brian Windhorst discuss on "NBA Today" how the star duo of Luka Doncic and LeBron James have meshed for the Lakers.

ESPN expert Brian Windhorst goes off at LeBron James for cribbing about being the face of the NBA, gives Michael Jordan's example.

ESPN expert Brian Windhorst hypes a potential LeBron James vs Stephen Curry matchup in the 2025 NBA playoffs in light of Golden State Warriors' recent run.

When asked about Anthony Edwards not wanting to be the face of the NBA, LeBron James said "he didn't ask" to be the face of the league either.

Longtime NBA awards voter Brian Windhorst admits he got it wrong when voting for MVP in 2018. During an appearance on First Take on Thursday, Windhorst explained why he regrets voting for James Harden as MVP over LeBron James.

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