“Too bad we weren’t able play together … We would have killed it!” - Yesteryear NBA All-Star thanks LeBron James for a shoutout on Twitter, claims they would have formed a great team

LA Lakers superstar LeBron James gave a shoutout to yesteryear All-Star Mark Price on Twitter. Price was a four-time All-Star guard who played in the NBA for 12 years. He rose to prominence during his stint with LeBron's former team, the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Price is one of the most underrated players in NBA history. He was a complete package on the offensive end of the floor and one of the best guards in pick-and-roll situations. James dedicated back-to-back posts on Twitter to appreciate Price's talent.

James retweeted another post, showing a highlight reel of Mark Price's best plays. He captioned it, saying:

Price thanked the 'King' for his kind words, adding that they would've been a solid duo in the league if they played together.

Mark Price and LeBron James indeed would have been a lethal one-two punch. Price's playmaking and ability to score from all three levels makes him a great fit alongside James.

LeBron James hoping to help LA Lakers return to championship status in year 20

LeBron James and the LA Lakers endured a difficult 2021-22 NBA season. They finished the year with a 33-49 record, missing out on the playoffs. James recorded an MVP-caliber year, averaging 30.3 points per game.

However, he only played in 56 games, enduring yet another injury-riddled year. The four-time NBA MVP claimed he's healthy during an appearance in a Drew League game. He dropped 42 points and 16 rebounds in the game.

The key to success for the LA Lakers will be LeBron James' health next season. He will need to play at least 65 games to ensure LA finishes in the top six of the Western Conference. The Lakers have only been able to do that once during LeBron's tenure in LA.

The Lakers roster needs to get better, though. The Lakers may need to move Russell Westbrook in favor of better role players. Westbrook didn't adapt well as a third option on the team last year. LA may struggle to reach its potential if he stays on the roster.

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Arhaan Raje is an Assistant Content Manager and Senior Writer with Sportskeeda's NBA/WNBA team with four years of experience.

Arhaan focuses on features, trends, listicles, and the latest rumors and reports circling the league's top teams and players. He emphasizes detailed research to create impactful content for readers. A fan of Xs and Os, Arhaan provides technical deep dives in his reporting.

Arhaan completed his bachelor's degree in BBA in Media and Entertainment Management from Mumbai, India.

Arhaan admires the killer mentality of Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan. He respects LeBron James for being a role model on and off the court. The bold and decisive Gregg Popovich stands out as Arhaan's favorite basketball coach. LeBron's epic chase-down block in the 2016 NBA Finals has a special place in Arhaan's basketball memories.

He has interviewed former NBA Defensive Player of the Year Gary Payton and Ronnie 2K, the face of NBA2k and Marketing Director.

Sports isn't the only passion he has pursued professionally. Arhaan is also into performing arts in the music industry as a percussionist.

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