The NBA world was abuzz with excitement on Sunday as Patrick Mahomes secured his third Super Bowl victory, further solidifying his status as one of the greatest football players of all time.
The NBA, recognizing the significance of the moment, wisely scheduled only two matinee games, allowing players to immerse themselves in the Super Bowl festivities alongside their families.
LeBron James and Draymond Green were among the basketball stars seen in a suite at Allegiant Stadium, avidly watching the intense clash between the Chiefs and the 49ers. While some enjoyed the game live, others took to social media to share their reactions during the thrilling event.
Echoing Travis Kelce’s sentiments, who labeled Mahomes as “the best football player we’ve ever seen,” numerous NBA players, both current and former, expressed their admiration for the quarterback.
Magic Johnson, a five-time NBA champion, lauded Mahomes for his late-game heroics that secured a 25-22 Super Bowl overtime win. Magic exclaimed, “Patrick Mahomes worked his late-game magic once again…
Back-to-back wins for the Chiefs, and he earned his third MVP award… WOW!” The praise continued on social media, with Luka Doncic posting a GOAT emoji and tagging Mahomes, while C.J. McCollum opted for a simple GOAT emoji to convey his appreciation.
— Luka Doncic (@luka7doncic) February 12, 2024
Damian Lillard, perhaps still processing the Chiefs’ comeback from a double-digit deficit, posted a flushed face emoji, encapsulating the disbelief and excitement of the game. Alex Caruso, the Bulls guard, was quick to acknowledge Mahomes’ legacy, exclaiming, “Mahomes Legacy driivveeee” after the quarterback’s remarkable 64-yard drive culminated in a game-tying 29-yard field goal by Harrison Butker.
Jordan Clarkson, in awe of Mahomes’ performance, declared, “Mahomes. Goat form,” while Kendrick Perkins succinctly tweeted, “Mf Mahomes,” expressing his admiration. Patrick Beverley, keeping it concise, wrote, “Great game,” and Victor Oladipo extended gratitude to his football counterparts, acknowledging, “We were definitely entertained.”
Mahomes. Goat form
— Jordan Clarkson (@JordanClarksons) February 12, 2024
Notably, Tyrese Haliburton found joy in the game itself but expressed disappointment in the quality of the Super Bowl commercials. As NBA players joined the rest of the world in celebrating Patrick Mahomes’ historic achievement, it was evident that the impact of the Super Bowl extended beyond football, creating a shared moment of excitement and admiration across different sports.
Super Bowl commercials used to mean something man. We used to be a country😢
— Tyrese Haliburton (@TyHaliburton22) February 12, 2024
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