Metta World Peace Approves Lakers’ In-Season Tournament Banner, ‘It Counts!’


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Let the haters hate, but Metta World Peace is all about the Lakers honoring their In-Season Tournament win with a banner … telling TMZ Sports the accomplishment now gives L.A. bragging rights over the Boston Celtics!!

The Purple and Gold are reportedly hanging a memento in the Crypto.com Arena rafters to commemorate their recent title … which was met with mixed reviews, considering the tourney doesn’t hold nearly as much weight as winning the Finals.

We spoke with Metta — a 2010 NBA champ — about the move … and he tells us he’s a big fan!!

MWP explains he thinks being the first-ever IST MVP means a lot for LeBron James‘ legacy … and while he still considers himself a Michael Jordan stan, he praised the King for maintaining his dominance at 38 years old.

In fact, Metta says he sees LeBron playing at least 25 seasons … which should earn him George Washington‘s spot on the quarter!!

As for the banner, Metta says Laker fans can now rub it in their hated rivals’ faces … as they’re the first franchise to raise an 18th banner!!

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