mobile app bar

“Michael Jordan will star alongside LeBron James”: Don Cheadle alludes to appearance from the ‘GOAT’ alongside Lakers superstar in Space Jam 2

Samir Mehdi
Published

“Michael Jordan will star alongside LeBron James”: Don Cheadle alludes to appearance from the ‘GOAT’ alongside Lakers superstar in Space Jam 2

Don Cheadle hints claims Michael Jordan will be in Space Jam 2 alongside LeBron James but says it won’t be in the role people think it is. 

LeBron James’s move to the Los Angeles Lakers in the 2018 offseason was deemed to be one that was fueled by wanting to further integrate himself into the glitz and glamour of Hollywood. NBA personalities claimed he was preparing for a career outside of basketball by utilizing his SpringHill Entertainment production company. 

Fast-forward 2 years later and LeBron James has been able to balance out his Hollywood life with his NBA life perfectly well, considering the fact that he brought a title to the Lakers last year. Now, he’ll be taking on the mantle from Michael Jordan this July 14th to star in a lead role for Space Jam: A New Legacy.

Also read: “Julius Randle has been playing his a** off”: Anthony Davis gives Knicks superstar his flowers following Lakers win without LeBron James

The plot revolves around James needing to save his son from Al-G Rhythm who’s played by Don Cheadle, and in doing so, needs to face off against the Goon Squad. 

Don Cheadle confirms Michael Jordan’s appearance in Space Jam 2 alongside LeBron James. 

In a recent interview, Don Cheadle revealed that Michael Jordan will indeed be making an appearance in Space Jam 2. “Michael Jordan is in the movie, but not in the way that you would expect it,” said Cheadle. 

It’s unknown in what capacity Michael Jordan will make an appearance. Interestingly enough, Don Cheadle may have been playing with his words when answering the question as he very well could’ve meant that Michael B. Jordan will be cameoing here as he technically would not be lying if he said Michael Jordan is in the movie as the ‘Creed’ actor is also named ‘Michael Jordan’.

Also read: “Kyrie Irving is a video game”: Magic Johnson and Isiah Thomas commend Nets guard for leading his team during James Harden’s absence

To add more fuel to this theory, not only did Michael B. Jordan visit LeBron James on the set of Space Jam 2, but he’s also credited as a cast member on Google. It is very much a possibility that Cheadle is alluding to B. Jordan making a cameo, not the Chicago Bulls legend. 

About the author

Samir Mehdi

Samir Mehdi

instagram-icon

Samir Mehdi is a senior strategist for the NBA division at The Sportsrush. Ever since he was 13 years old, he’s been obsessed with the game of basketball. From watching Kobe Bryant’s highlights on YouTube to now, analyzing and breaking down every single game on League Pass, Samir’s passion for the game is unwavering. He's a complete basketball junkie who not only breaks down current games but also keenly watches ones from the 60s’ and 70s’ while also reading comprehensive books on the history of the league. Samir’s life revolves around basketball and he hopes that shows in his work. Aside from work, he loves to spend time in the gym and with his friends at social gatherings.

Share this article