McMillan talks about James: Set an example after returning to the team last year, he is different from Kobe and Jordan s style

Lakers assistant coach McMillan praised the team's superstar James on the podcast, saying that he set the tone of the team with unparalleled preparation and professionalism last season.

McMilan said: "Before James returned to the team last year, he spent a vacation with his family after attending the Olympics, and then returned to the team in mid-September. From that day on, he was the first to go wherever he went, the first to go to the training hall, the first to board the plane, the first to attend the conference. I thought he was setting an example."

Although James' work ethics are unquestionable, many critics questioned his behavior and competitive spirit. Players like Kobe Bryant are determined to beat their opponents, and James is in a different way, with McMillan saying that this is the biggest difference between him and those "killers" on the field.

"I think they are different. Many people compare LeBron with Kobe and Jordan. As athletes, yes, you can compare this way, but I prefer to classify Kobe and Jordan in the same category, and James and the Magician in the same category. They are different types of players and play differently. In my opinion, Kobe and Jordan are killers. Magic and James, they can beat you, but the way they do."

Last season, James averaged 24.4 points, 7.8 rebounds and 8.2 assists, with a shooting percentage of 51.3%.