"There is nothing left for me to prove."
LeBron James on His Legacy and Future
LeBron James, the NBA's all-time leading scorer, stated that there is nothing left for him to prove in the league. He explained that his current motivation is simply to compete and win championships. James added that he will inform the public when he decides his future, emphasizing that his commitment to the preparation process remains important to him.
NBA Playoffs: Semifinal Results
Western Conference
The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 112-103 in the Western Conference semifinals. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 35 points and added eight assists, while LeBron James recorded 24 points for the Lakers. The Thunder now advance to the Western Conference Final, where they will face the winner of the Minnesota Timberwolves-San Antonio Spurs series, which is currently tied 2-2.
Eastern Conference
In the Eastern Conference semifinals, the Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the Detroit Pistons 112-103, tying the series at 2-2. Donovan Mitchell scored 43 points, including 39 in the second half, tying Eric Floyd's record for the most points in a half of a postseason game. The winner of this series will face the New York Knicks in the Eastern Conference Final.