Recently, critics on social media reignited the “no bag” narrative against LeBron James, suggesting that he lacks a deep arsenal of creative, flashy offensive moves—something often praised in modern basketball stars with fancy dribbling or footwork.
In response, Giannis Antetokounmpo came to LeBron’s defense, making a strong statement on social media:
“People saying LeBron has no bag just don’t understand basketball.”
Giannis emphasized that LeBron’s impact goes far beyond individual moves—highlighting his all-around dominance, basketball IQ, passing, strength, and longevity. He called out fans and pundits for focusing too much on aesthetics rather than effectiveness, noting that LeBron’s “bag” includes everything it takes to win at the highest level.
LeBron also addressed the criticism on the “Mind the Game” podcast (which he co-hosts with JJ Redick), reminding listeners that his resume—multiple championships, MVPs, and the all-time scoring record—speaks for itself.
This exchange underscores the mutual respect between two of the NBA’s biggest stars. Giannis has repeatedly praised LeBron, calling him the greatest of all time (GOAT), and clearly has no patience for the online slander.