The Los Angeles Lakers lost a tough contest to the Dallas Mavericks tonight. The Lakers had the lead near the end of regulation, but Luka Doncic hit a big three to tie it. Then at the end of the first overtime, the Lakers once again had the lead, but Luka Doncic struck again. LeBron James and co. fell in 2 OT, losing the contest 119-115.
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Luka had a marvelous triple-double, scoring 35 points, grabbing 14 rebounds, and dishing 13 assists. On the other hand, LeBron James recorded 24 points, 16 rebounds, nine assists, and two steals.
As the Lakers lost their second game in a row, fans wonder whether it’s LeBron’s ankles or his toes slowing him down. This brings back the old debate about his toes.
Does LeBron James need surgery for his toes?
No, LeBron James does not need surgery for his toes. In case you don’t know how they look, here is a picture of the same.
LEBRON JAMES’ TOES PLAYING LEAP FROG pic.twitter.com/9IypYcaebA
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His toe appears to be bent out of shape, and the tendons on his foot have caused his toes to be pulled upwards. However, that does not mean that LeBron needs surgery for his foot. It’s the deformation on his foot that helps him play the way he does. Bron uses the heel and ankle to generate power when he explodes on the basketball floor. With how his foot is shaped, it is perfect for the 4x MVP to go light on his toes and put more load on his rear half.
According to a famous podiatrist, LeBron getting surgery for his feet might be very harmful, especially this late in his career. It would hamper the way he plays, and stop him from being so explosive on the floor.
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Are Nike LeBrons responsible for LBJ’s feet?
If you are wondering if his tight shoes have caused his feet to become this way, then you don’t have to worry about that. Bron’s foot deformity has not been caused by his shoes. In fact, the same podiatrist explained how his Player Exclusive shoes are made to fit his feet perfectly. They rather help him play better.
He then went on to explain why LeBrons have an Air Max module. This is to compliment his playstyle. Since the King has no problem generating his own energy, the Air Max modules help take load off his feet when he lands after an explosive attack to the rim.
TLDR: Don’t worry about buying shoes. They’re not the reason behind the foot deformities.
