LeBron James turned heads before the Lakers' game against the Heat, not only because of his anticipated on-court performance, but also because of his striking off-court attire. The NBA star wore a $985 Sacai Carhartt WIP Detroit jacket in a unique wool-blend canvas, velvet and webbing design with a detachable hood. He also paired it with a $1,365 Louis Vuitton Speedy tote bag, further cementing his preference for designer labels as a fashion icon.

James' bold fashion choices are well documented, as his closet includes everything from Off-White to Gucci. But when it comes to the Heat, his legacy extends beyond the realm of fashion. Throughout his career, LeBron has faced off against the Miami Heat on multiple occasions, leaving several memorable moments in NBA history.

In the 2020 NBA Finals, he led the Lakers to a victory over the Heat, averaging 30 points, 12 rebounds and nine assists per game. His crowning achievement was winning his fourth Finals MVP award in Game 6, where he posted a triple-double with 28 points, 14 rebounds and 10 assists. This feat cemented his place in basketball history, making him the first player to win three Finals MVP awards with three different teams.

Overall, James has been dominant against Miami, averaging 28 points, seven assists and seven rebounds in 45 meetings, with a record of 24 wins and 21 losses. However, the most recent meeting between the teams came on Wednesday, when the Lakers lost 96-110 to the Miami Heat, dropping their record to 17 wins and 18 losses, and precariously trailing the Warriors in the Western Conference standings.

While LeBron's fashion sense continues to generate buzz, his ability to get hot against the Miami Heat remains undeniable. For the rest of the Lakers' season, fans can look forward to exciting on-court performances and eye-catching off-court dress-ups that will prove that LeBron James is the true king of the ball, both in terms of style and stats.