an unprecedented shift in NBA postseason history, LeBron James, famously dubbed "The King," finds himself navigating uncharted waters.
For the first time since his playoff debut in 2005, James and his Los Angeles Lakers are staring down a daunting 2-0 deficit in the first round, this time against the formidable Denver Nuggets.
LeBron James' teams have historically received higher seeds in the first round, giving them an advantage over lower-ranked opponents.
This unexpected event represents a huge turn in the career of one of basketball's most illustrious players. Historically, LeBron's teams have received higher seeds in the first round, giving them an advantage against lower-ranked opponents.
This trend continued in every postseason appearance until the last three, demonstrating a gradual but noticeable deterioration as James' career proceeds with the inevitable passage of time.
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The Lakers' early 20-point lead disappeared, putting their playoff chances in risk and ending James' stunning first-round winning streak
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