Channing Frye Says LeBron James Focused on Winning, Not Age, Entering Playoffs at 41
Former NBA player Channing Frye says his ex-teammate LeBron James is focused only on winning in the playoffs, not his age. James, now 41, is entering the postseason with the Lakers.
Channing Frye, who played with LeBron James on the Cleveland Cavaliers, told TMZ Sports that age isn't on the basketball star's mind as he enters the playoffs at 41 years old.
Frye believes if James can lead the Lakers to a series win at his age as the number one option, it would settle the debate about who is the greatest player of all time. However, Frye has also expressed concerns about the Lakers' chances if James has to carry too heavy a load.
On his podcast, Frye argued that the Lakers could be in trouble if James has to be their top option for an entire playoff run. His concern is simple: if James empties the tank in the first round, what will be left for later rounds?
The debate highlights the unique position James finds himself in - trying to prove he can still dominate at an age when most NBA players have long since retired.
At 41, James is one of the oldest players ever to lead a playoff team. His performance could determine if the Lakers make a deep run or get eliminated early.
Watch how James performs in the first round and whether other Lakers step up to share the scoring load.
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