Patrick Mahomes and LeBron James are two of the best athletes in their respective sports, and the two admire each other.
However, James didn’t appear to be the Kansas City Chiefs quarterback’s favorite NBA player growing up.
“I’m a Carmelo Anthony fan, but I’m the opposite,” Mahomes said. “Everybody’s a LeBron fan, so I love LeBron, but at the same time I want to have that guy.”
Anthony became famous in 2003 when he was drafted with the third overall pick by the Denver Nuggets. Although he never won an NBA championship, he created a legacy with his shooting skills and was a 10-time All-Star and six-time All-NBA selection. And the scoring champion in the 2012-13 season.
In addition to playing for the Nuggets, the 39-year-old has also played for the New York Knicks, Portland Trail Blazers, Oklahoma City Thunder, Los Angeles Lakers and Houston during his 19-year career Team Rocket.
Anthony announced his retirement from the NBA in May 2023. In the 2021-22 season, he spent his last season with the Lakers. In 1,260 games, he averaged 22.5 points, 6.2 rebounds and 2.7 assists while shooting 44.7% from the field and 35.5% from three-point range.
James, meanwhile, won the hearts of many, winning four NBA championships with three different teams — the Lakers, Miami Heat and Cleveland Cavaliers — and earning various awards during his career. other awards.
The 38-year-old’s storied career will continue into the 2023-24 season as he aims to win his fifth championship and his second with the Purple and Gold.
James has been the obvious choice for many basketball fans’ favorite player, but it’s no surprise that Mahomes has chosen to go against the grain and applaud Anthony’s growth.