NBA world reacts to LeBron James’ amazing birthday performance

His longtime on-court rival, Kevin Durant said on Twitter that the performance was “Masterful 47 I just watched, Lebron James. Masterful…GGz

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Six-time All-Star and two-time NBA champ with the Lakers, Pau Gasol said “Happy 38th birthday @KingJames . That’s how you celebrate it!! Big time game and big time win

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Kevin Garnett, another longtime rival tweeted that “LeBron getting the same 30 point triple doubles at 38 as he did at 18 is some crazy ish. Redefining Father Time

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Those who analyze and write about the game were no less impressed. Kevin O’Connor of the Ringer tweeted “Don’t take LeBron James for granted

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David Aldridge of the Athletic, meanwhile, said “LeBron. 47 points, 10 rebounds, 9 assists, on his 38th birthday. Incredible

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