Austin Reaves fired off a joke only someone close to LeBron James could get away with, and NBA Fans absolutely loved it. After LeBron’s first game of his 23rd season, Reaves joked about his teammate’s return.
@LegionHoops quoted him saying, “Austin Reaves on LeBron’s first game back: ‘Pretty good G-League player over there… The G raised him.’”
Austin Reaves on LeBron’s first game back:
“Pretty good G-League player over there… The G raised him.”
(via @jovanbuha) pic.twitter.com/w6JLV9jrcf
— Legion Hoops (@LegionHoops) November 19, 2025
That line sparked a wave of reactions, and most NBA Fans didn’t just laugh—they defended Reaves’ right to say it.
@MANOMAGlC pointed out the obvious part of the friendship. “Literally the longest tenured teammates on the Lakers he’s earned the right to troll Bron [emoji description].”
Reaves and LeBron have built a bond over the years, and joking about each other has become part of their dynamic.
Plenty of NBA Fans were stunned that Reaves even said it. @amoogus2 reacted with, “Thats insane to think about actually wtf.”
The surprise added more fuel to the trend, and people kept sharing the clip across platforms. Many fans noted how rare it is for a young player to poke fun at one of the biggest names in basketball without causing drama.
LeBron’s 23rd season is already something NBA Fans talk about daily. His longevity became its own storyline, and the G-League punchline made people laugh instead of debate. Reaves’ wit has earned him a spot in fans’ hearts.
NBA Fans React To LeBron James Becoming The First To Reach 23 Seasons
LeBron James, finally kicking off his 2025 season after his “G-League graduation” has also achieved something this season: reaching his 23rd NBA season. NBA Fans have another milestone to talk about.
The update spread fast after @bballforever_ wrote, “LeBron James becomes the FIRST PLAYER in NBA HISTORY to reach 23 seasons, surpassing Vince Carter.”
LeBron James becomes the FIRST PLAYER in NBA HISTORY to reach 23 seasons, surpassing Vince Carter 🙌
What an incredible journey. We may never see anything like this again. pic.twitter.com/3OTAor6KU5
— Basketball Forever (@bballforever_) November 19, 2025
That number alone made people pause. Vince Carter set the standard for longevity, and LeBron just passed it.
Some reactions were straight-up jokes. @GreatestROBever said, “He’s allergic to retirement,” which echoed how NBA Fans feel every time LeBron confirms he’s coming back for another year.
People often expect aging stars to slow down, but LeBron continues to compete at a level that keeps the attention of the entire league.
Another fan, @hetanshdesai, added, “Man’s playing until his grandkids are in the league.”
It summed up how NBA Fans now talk about his career. Instead of asking when he’ll stop, the debate switched to how long he can keep going.
For NBA Fans, his longevity has become part of the entertainment. Every new season adds another chapter to a career that has stretched across multiple eras, rule changes, and waves of rising stars. Kids who watched his early Cleveland days are now adults, and yet he’s still here.
The milestone isn’t something that’s gonna be surpassed soon, especially now that pure athletes have become rarer in the age of influencer-athletes. NBA fans might not find one soon.
With each passing year, the numbers look more surreal, but based on online reactions, NBA Fans aren’t complaining. They’re enjoying every extra season he gives them.
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