LeBron James' Statement Goes Viral Following Lakers vs. Knicks Matchup

"Learn the history of the game. Respect the ones that came before you. Even when they do disrespect you, it's OK. It's absolutely OK," James said after Saturday's win over the New York Knicks (3:15 mark). "Know who paved the way. Understand what a professional is all about. Be a pro. Show up to work, be ready to work. If you on time, you late. Put the work in, the game gives back to you when you put the work in. That's what the game gods do. ... Just pour it all into the game if you want to be great and if you want to be someone that will never be forgotten in this league."

"The cars and the jewelry and all the other s--t don't matter. It means absolutely nothing. I see a lot of these young kids, they get so unfocused about stuff that is so material that they can lose their focus. Just worry about the game. When you worry about the game, everything takes care of itself. Worry about the game, worry about your family and then worry about the game some more."