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    LeBron James Goes Wild Over Kyrie Irving's Jaw-Dropping NBA Playoffs Highlight

    By Alek Arend,

    15 days ago

    Now that LeBron James and the Lakers are out of the playoffs, the "King" has ample time to follow the rest of the NBA postseason action.

    During Wednesday night's Game 5 of the Dallas Mavericks vs. Los Angeles Clippers playoff series, LeBron tuned in and witnessed his former teammate, Kyrie Irving, showcase his skills.

    Related: Charles Barkley Calls Out Luka Doncic's 'Bad' Basketball Habit

    In a highlight moment early in the third quarter, Irving stole the ball and sprinted down the court with determination. He then unleashed a mesmerizing crossover followed by a behind-the-back move on Clippers' Norman Powell before finishing with a left-handed layup.

    Check this out:

    LeBron was stunned by Kyrie's brilliance, evidence by his tweet moments after the highlight moment.

    "OMG KYRIE!!!!!!!! That’s was INSANE," LeBron said .

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    Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (6) guards Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving (2) during the fourth quarter at American Airlines Center.

    © Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports

    LeBron knows all about Kyrie's incredible skillset. He saw it up close and personal during their days together as teammates on the Cleveland Cavaliers.

    LeBron, meanwhile, faces a player option decision this summer. He's already teasing an opt out to become a free agent, although those plans aren't yet confirmed.

    Maybe, and that's a big maybe, LeBron wants to reunite with Irving next season.

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