Yesterday marked LeBron James' 50,000-point milestone—with an assist from Luka Dončić and a three-point shot! Post-game against the New Orleans Pelicans, Los Angeles Lakers' head coach JJ Redick trolled LeBron James' 50k milestone, joking that LeBron took 22 years to achieve his record-breaking career points. (via X/@BleacherReport)
Fans' funny comments with JJ Redick's joke
Because of JJ Redick's hilarious comment about the king's 50k points milestone, fans quickly poke fun at LeBron James and his teammates, joking that LeBron’s teammates were too scared to laugh, worried they might offend the GOAT.
"Whole team was afraid to laugh at the joke." - an NBA fan commented (via X/@FIVESTARINVEGAS)
Meanwhile, other NBA fans poked fun at JJ Redick, commenting that no one laughed at his joke, even when he was trying to be a cool and funny head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers!
"That moment when you say the punch line and no one laughs!" - another NBA fan pointed out (via X/@TreadingLightG)
Some NBA fans responded to JJ Redick's joke—stating that what JJ Redick said to LeBron James was correct because playing for 22 years with no issues and no serious injuries is not an easy feat that no other player could achieve. So yes, let JJ Redick cook with his joke. (via X/@Mr_Rdz3)
Aside from JJ Redick poking fun at LeBron James, Los Angeles Lakers fans were also happy when JJ Redick praised his other players who helped them win against the Pelicans.
"Love the way he always gives flowers to guys like Dalton, Vando and Shake." - a Lakers fan said (via X/@BullzOverBearz)
Los Angeles Lakers fans also commended JJ Redick, saying that his witty one-liners are always comedy good, no matter how hard or how fun the situation is! (via X/@fratilaandrei_)
Lakeshow fans are also touting JJ Redick as the coach who has the most aura. Move over, SGA!
"Coach with the most Aura lol." - another Lakers fan replied (via X/@713Capital)
Other Lakers fans also LOVED JJ Redick's sudden change in aura ever since Luka Dončić got traded to the Los Angeles Lakers, joking that JJ Redick became funnier and braver when roasting LBJ and the other players.
"JJ finally grew some nuts when they got Luka lol they better win this chip!" - another Lakers fan added (via X/@KEEPARLY)
LeBron James' legendary 50k points milestone
Aside from winning against the New Orleans Pelicans with the score of 136-115, LeBron James also celebrated his 50k points milestone, becoming the first NBA player to reach 50,000 points—regular season + playoffs combined!
The legendary milestone was celebrated by NBA fans, being proud of LeBron James, especially since he achieved it in his 22nd year as an NBA player.
It’s great to know that even after achieving his legendary status as an NBA player, LeBron James still makes time to have fun and joke around with his teammates and coach, showing that his chemistry with them is lighthearted, respectful, and full of LOL moments!

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