The best sports photos of 2020 from Getty Images
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24. The once and future king
LeBron James of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts after his basket and LA Clippers foul during a 112-103 Lakers win at Staples Center on Mar. 8, 2020, in Los Angeles, California.
This picture was taken a week before the NBA league postponed the season due to COVID-19. The Los Angeles Lakers and Los Angeles Clippers were arguably the two best teams in the league, each team with remarkable superstars. The teams were playing for homecourt advantage in the playoffs, bragging rights for LA basketball and of course their individual egos. Celebrities were in attendance that night, including Jay Z. It was a big regular-season game, with buzz in the air. LeBron James’ intense reaction was after his basket late in the game along with a Clippers’ foul. He just happened to walk toward me and look my way when he let out this yell.
— Harry How