Coming from a veteran who built his career on resolve and conviction, his words carry weight. But it wasn't just an endorsement. Beverley went further, highlighting the unpredictability that emerges when James — despite being the oldest active player in the league — isn't commanding the court.

As LeBron James, Austin Reaves and Luka Doncic watched from the bench, the Lakers proved to be no match for Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Bucks in a 118-89 loss.