As Lebron James walked out of the Lakers locker room and down the tunnel at Crypto.com Arena onSunday night,he ran into a familiar face, but not one from the world of basketball.
Jayden Daniels— the Washington Commanders’ electric young quarterback and 2024 NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year — stood waiting to meetup with the King outside of the locker room. The Southern California native, Cajon High’s finest export, looked like he had met with his idol before and the two friends were saying hello again after a long layover.
LeBron didn’t hesitate when he saw him. He beelined for Daniels and wrapped him in a hug that felt genuine, not staged.
The California Post captured the moment on video. It’s everywhere now.
LeBron James greets Washington Commanders QB Jayden Daniels after their loss to the Celtics.pic.twitter.com/rHJXytqV3z
After the embrace, Daniels asked if LeBron would snap a photo with his friend. “Whose phone?” the friend asked nervously.
“Whoever got the best phone,” LeBron shot back with a grin.
As they posed, Daniels’ friend shouted, “Take 20!” — a line every iPhone user understands on a spiritual level.
The internet, of course, did what it does. Some fans jokingly speculated the impending free agent might take his talents to Washington toreunite with Anthony Davisnow that the Wizards could be building a contender afteralso trading for Trae Young.
This showed me everything I need to know. Welcome to DC Bronpic.twitter.com/lVCixIZH2O
Source: California Post – Breaking California News, Photos & Videos
