The meaning was clear, if a little heavy-handed: “Vino” represented Bryant’s elite playing status even at the ripe age of 34. LeBron James celebrated his 32nd birthday last year in December. Yet, despite being on the wrong side of 30, James is playing some of the best basketball of his career. This past season, James averaged career highs in both rebounds and assists while also shooting the second highest three-point percentage of his career. Jordan embarked on his second three-peat at the age of 32: the same age James is now.

Source: Daily Sun May 08, 2017 00:00 UTC