Published 12:39 IST, August 18th 2020
LeBron James unveils new Space Jam 2 'Tune Squad' jersey in latest teaser
In LeBron James' new Space Jam 2 teaser revealed by the LeBron James Family Foundation, the Los Angeles Lakers icon revealed a new Tune Squad uniform.
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LeBron James Family Foundation unveiled James' first look from Jam: A New Legacy this week. 35-year-old star will suit up for Jam 2, a sequel to Michael Jordan's 1996 release, Jam. While James' Jam 2 is t a direct sequel to 90s hit, new Tune Squad jersey indicates that NBA stars will once again team up with Looney Tunes (whose logo is partially visible on James' jersey in teaser).
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LeBron James Jam 2 first look with Tune Squad jersey revealed
original Jam, released during Michael Jordan's time away from NBA and Chicago Bulls, was a massive commercial success and popular among 90s kids. Following countless discussions regarding continuation of plot, Lakers star confirmed his role in film some years ago. Jam 2 will be a reboot, however, and t a direct sequel. Based on number of NBA and WNBA stars confirmed for movie, ar basketball game showdown is also expected, especially after new Tune Squad jersey James donned for short teaser.
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When will LeBron James' Jam 2 release?
promotion for Jam: A New Legacy has started while James and Lakers are currently at NBA bubble in Orlando, Florida, gearing up for ir playoffs this week. jersey James wears is an upgrade, more fitted for a modern look. Looney Tunes logo remains one of very few similarities between new and old uniform. However, A New Legacy has logo wrapped around side instead of it being on players' chest. while colour has been changed to light blue, while James' logo is added on left shoulder.
original release date was July 2021, which has t been postponed by Warner Bros yet (even though COVID-19 crisis has forced many titles to push ir release). Reports are expecting WB to take advant of situation if Lakers' make ir way to NBA Finals.
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Los Angeles Lakers playoffs
Lakers (. 1 seed), will face Damian Lillard and red-hot Portland Trail Blazers for seven-game traditional playoffs series this week. James, along with Anthony Davis, has been leading team with an impressive 25.2 points, 7.8 rebounds and career-high 10.2 assists per game. Game 1 of playoffs is scheduled for Tuesday, 9:00 PM EST (Wednesday, 6:30 AM IST).
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(Im credits: LeBron James Family Foundation Twitter – @LJFamFoundation)
12:39 IST, August 18th 2020