It seems like a lot of fans like to use the 4-6 argument for Lebron or Finals losses affect a player’s legacy negatively more than early round losses. Why don’t we celebrate winning the East/West pennant more often? It’s almost as if making the Finals is as useful as making the playoffs and getting knocked out in the first round.
Yet in the MLB making the World Series is a BIG deal even if you get swept and blown out each game. It’s considered so prestigious that we always say AL or NL pennant. Why don’t NBA ever get to the same prestige level on winning the pennant as MLB?
One thing to consider is that Lebron’s legacy is not over. While many would consider him #2 all-time right now - where would you rank him if he won one more?
Let’s be honest (and I am not a Lakers fan) that Los Angeles has a pretty damn good and deep team that will be in the running this year and next.