When LeBron James joined the Miami Heat in 2010, he partnered with Dwyane Wade to form one of the greatest superstar duos in NBA history. They went to the NBA Finals four times in their four seasons together, earning back-to-back world titles in 2012 and 2013.
They combined on a fast break against the Milwaukee Bucks early in their relationship, which produced a famous picture. Wade started the break down the middle, and while Wade celebrated, James filled the lane to the right, received the ball, and blasted a huge slam.
The picture that became rather timeless was taken by Morry Gash.
D'Angelo Russell recreates the legendary LeBron James and Dwyane Wade picture 🔥
📸: @SportsCenter pic.twitter.com/A7hTC6mmGQ
— DraftKings Sportsbook (@DKSportsbook) March 23, 2024
When LeBron James scored an easy basket during the Los Angeles Lakers’ game against the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday, D’Angelo Russell attempted to replicate the picture.
The Lakers finished an ugly, grind-it-out game 101-94 to raise their season total to 38-32. The win gave them a 1.5-game lead over the Golden State Warriors, who are currently ranked 10th in the Western Conference, even though they are still in ninth place.