Unbelievable! Scored only 10 points on 10 shots! LeBron James sparks widespread online ridicule

At 6:21 in the fourth quarter,the Lakers were down by 25 when LeBron made a three-pointer from the top of the key to reach double digits; then at 5:44, LeBron was taken out, marking the start of garbage time.

In the end, the Lakers lost 108-125 to the Suns.

In this game, LeBron played 31 minutes, attempted 10 shots, scored only 10 points, provided 3 assists, and had no rebounds.

Fortunately, scoring 10 points in this game allowed the superstar to extend his streak of double-digit scoring to 1,297 consecutive games, the longest in NBA history; the last time he failed to score in double digits was back in 2007.

However, LeBron’s suspected deliberate stat-padding has triggered widespread online mockery, with many U.S. media outlets issuing “praises.”

Bleacher Report: Everyone breathed a sigh of relief after LeBron reached double digits.

Reporter Siegel: Despite the large deficit, Reddick kept LeBron in the game, and teammates continuously passed to him until he reached 10 points.

Of course, netizens also hit back hard, as follows:

So far this season, in his contract year (salary $52.63 million), LeBron has played five games, averaging 32.2 minutes, contributing 15.2 points, 4 rebounds, and 7.2 assists, with shooting percentages of 46%, 31.8%, and 55%. His scoring average is a career low, suggesting that at nearly 41 years old, time is finally catching up with him.

The Lakers originally had no plans to renew LeBron’s contract, and given his failure to play at an All-Star level this season, a parting of ways seems only a matter of time. Next summer is a particularly important moment, when as a free agent, LeBron will most likely either join a new team or announce his retirement...

Up to now,the Lakers hold a 15-5 record, sitting second in the Western Conferencewith their next four opponents being the Raptors (14-7), Celtics (11-9), 76ers (10-9), and Spurs (13-6), all above .500 win percentage. This is a tough challenge but also an opportunity for the Purple and Gold to prove they can compete strongly against top teams.

The Lakers now are full of potential, even harbor hopes of reaching the summit. Although many are destined to leave next summer, they remain focused on the present!