Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James exchanged jerseys with Real Madrid soccer star Vinicius Jr. after the Lakers’ game against the Boston Celtics on Christmas Day.
In a video that the NBA shared on its social media, LeBron and Vinicius can be seen happily posing to be photographed, James with the Brazilian soccer team jersey and Vini with the Lakers jersey, both signed by the athletes.
In the Lakers’ game against the Celtics you can also see that Vini was accompanied by Eduardo Camavinga who also plays for Real Madrid.
Vinicius Jr., recognized for his passion for American sports such as the NBA and the NFL, has had the opportunity to meet prominent athletes such as Tom Brady and Jimmy Butler, after his victory in the UEFA Champions League in 2022.
On the other hand, LeBron James, an iconic figure in basketball history, has won four NBA championships and has received the Most Valuable Player award four times.
The exchange of jerseys between these two athletes reflects the growing connection between football and basketball athletes. Both sports have passionate fans around the world and have achieved a special place in the hearts of global fans.
