Tom Brady Calls LeBron James 'The Greatest Ever' in Bold Praise

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The NBA has seen some of the best players to ever grace the basketball court. Many range from the likes of Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Magic Johnson, Larry Bird, Kobe Bryant, and one who many consider the greatest of all time: Michael Jordan.
The NBA has seen the most prominent stars ever to walk the face of the earth; however, none may be as big and bright as Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James.
James' resume speaks for itself, and while he's self-appointed himself as the G.O.A.T., many others share the same sentiment, including NFL legend and future Hall of Famer Tom Brady.
At the Fanatics Fest event in New York City, Brady took the stage alongside James, discussing a range of topics. In the process, Brady has the utmost praise for James, calling him 'the greatest ever.'
LeBron James, Maverick Carter and Tom Brady speak onstage during Fanatics Fest NYC 2025 at Javits Center on June 21, 2025 in New York City.
LeBron James, Maverick Carter and Tom Brady speak onstage during Fanatics Fest NYC 2025 at Javits Center on June 21, 2025 in New York City.
Photo by"With the intensity that's been on him, the Olympics, the different teams that he's been on, he's always done things the right way," Brady said. "He's always risen above all the noise and B.S. and continued to deliver."
"So you're witnessing the greatest ever and I hope you guys all appreciate that."
Tom Brady on LeBron James:
'You're witnessing the greatest ever and I hope you all appreciate that.'
(h/t @MaskedInLA, @FanaticsFest)pic.twitter.com/UhaKtzwJY1 — Legion Hoops (@LegionHoops) June 21, 2025
Brady is undoubtedly the greatest of all time in his sport, and it is clear that he sees that in James as well. James' resume is second to none.
Throughout his 22-year career, James is a 21-time All-Star, a four-time NBA champion, a four-time Finals MVP, a four-time NBA MVP, a 21-time All-NBA selection, a six-time All-Defensive team member, and a member of the 75th Anniversary team.
The 40-year-old superstar is still at the top of his game, much like Brady when he played in the NFL. Brady didn't retire until the ripe age of 45, and if James wanted to, it seems okay he could play for that long.
However, many expect that this upcoming season will be James' final in the NBA. The expectation for James is that he will opt into his $52.6 million contract with the Lakers and ride off into the sunset with what he hopes is a team that can contend for an NBA title next season.
Regardless of what's next for James, one thing remains undeniable — at the very least, he stands as one of the top three players ever to play the game.
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