39 years old or not, LeBron James hopes to have a chance to win the title this season with the Lakers, despite a very complicated year.

But this could strengthen his legend according to Paul Pierce.

While the Lakers have not yet won their ticket to the play-in, LeBron James remains focused on the upcoming deadlines.

For him and the rest of the squad, it doesn’t matter their ranking in the West: the important thing is to be present in the playoff matches.

In any case, we will have to be wary of Darvin Ham’s men, although the coach is far from unanimous.

But with the King or obviously Anthony Davis, it is clear that falling on the Lakers in the postseason will not be a gift for anyone.

This franchise remains capable of anything, especially with James very motivated by the idea of ​​ending his career with a new title.

And this could well shake up the race for the GOAT title for some.

Paul Pierce cashes on the GOAT debate

With LeBron considered one of the greatest in history, with Michael Jordan as the favorite, a 5th ring could make a huge difference, especially in such a context.

A title with a team in difficulty and at 39 years old? This is a pretty crazy feat for the NBA

. Paul Pierce, for his part, is ready to change his mind, as he explains in Undisputed

Paul Pierce on LeBron James : “I’ll say this: That would be his greatest accomplishment. We saw him come back from a 1-3 against a 73-win Warriors team, but seriously.

He is 39 years old, the Lakers are only 9th. No team since the Rockets, who were sixth, has won a title from this low. If that happens, LeBron will have two of the greatest accomplishments in NBA history. »

“If that doesn’t mean GOAT, then I don’t know what will.” And this despite what Michael Jordan achieved.

LeBron broke all the records: All-Stars, minutes, points, at some point you just have to say ‘damn.’ “

The legend of LeBron would definitely get a huge boost with a win this year, especially when you see the context.

At 39 years old, the Akron native is in any case more motivated than ever to win a new ring.

Enough to change Pierce’s mind, and there is no doubt that he will not be the only one.

GOAT debate questioned for Paul Pierce? This will be the case if LeBron James wins.

We’re a long way from that, but that’s why this season is so important for the King.