"I wear the number 23 jersey because of him". LeBron on his relationship with Michael Jordan
Liam Carter
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Lakers star LeBron James opened up about his relationship with NBA legend Michael Jordan, who was his childhood idol.
Quote. "It's pure respect, admiration. And, of course, I wear the number 23 because of Michael Jordan. He inspired me when I was a kid in Akron, Ohio, where there weren't many sources of inspiration. He was the main one.
I think our relationship won't change as long as I'm still playing. We all know what Michael is like. Even if you don't know him personally, he's one of the most relentless competitors. Until I finish, and he doesn't have to watch me running up and down in a number 23 jersey, and every time my name is mentioned, it's mentioned alongside his, our relationship will have to wait," LeBron told ESPN.
Reminder. Following today's NBA game against Indiana (120:119), LeBron moved closer to another historic achievement.
