LeBron is using his recovery time to not only heal his body but ease his mind as well; as he is seen strolling into the staples center with wine in hand. Is this his most headline worthy outfit?
LeBron James has had some eye popping pregame looks in the past. From wearing a suit with shorts, a full Chicago Cubs baseball uniform or leather pants, he clearly enjoys fashion. He uses his clothing, shoes, sneakers and accessories to send messages. His outfits are simply an extension of his personality. He uses his clothes to show his mood and how he is feeling to fans, foes and everyone in-between.
Prior to game 1 of the 2018 NBA Finals LeBron rolled into Oracle Arena wearing what appeared to be a simple, understated grey suit…. or at least from the waist up.
It’s nothing new for LeBron to wear suits pregame, he has done it numerous times.But this time there was something missing. Going against the traditional look, LeBron had the pants tailored to be shorts. This was a bold move, even for someone of The Kings stature.
This move has been done by others but LeBron changed the look a bit by wearing high socks of a similar color to the suit. As opposed to ankle or no show socks. This helped the look by not having as much leg and more blend of the color. It actually made the shorts appear longer in a way.
King James has been riding the bench since Christmas Day due to a groin injuryhe suffered playing the Golden State Warriors. This is not to say he isn’t usually a bit over the top with his outfits… But these days it is certainly taking a more playful turn. LeBron walked into the staples center drinking a glass of red wine. A move I don’t think any player has tried…nor would any other player be allowed to do.
The King of basketball was very understated in terms of his clothing color and pattern choices. LeBron’s choiceof a simple, pattern less white sweatshirt contrasted, obviously, well with a blue blazer and jeans; only sharing color with the sweatshirts tiny aglets on the hood strings. But the glass of red wine has to be his most daring accessory to date…. besides the 41,000 alligator bag from earlier in the post.
But… could this wine be a magic potion? Or maybe… some sort of magic pill? It is highly doubtful and very true that LeBron just loves wine.
But his return to the court is the only thing that can answer that question. All we know is when it comes to LeBron, potion or not, pill or not… His game will look good on and off the floor.
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