Game recognize game like most players say. For his superb performance in Game 1, C.J. McCollum had nothing but praise for LeBron James.

McCollum, who's probably out at home watching the game, tweeted out:

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It seems that James has not had a bad game in this year's playoffs. There are some nights that he seems to be struggling from the field. Yet he finds ways to contribute by dishing the rock or making some big plays on the defensive end.

This is not the first time that McCollum spoke about James. A few months ago, he chipped in his thoughts on the upcoming free agency decision for James. Many believe that he'll sign up for the Philadelphia 76ers. Some say that there's little chance he'll do so. But for McCollum, there's a huge possibility. As per Ryne Nelson of Slam:

“He’s always (been) calculated about his decision-making process going back to his youth. Ben [Simmons] is his young guy. Ben is a member of Klutch Sports, so that also could play a factor.

“Philly is in the Eastern Conference. LeBron has been fond of the Eastern Conference throughout his career on what seems to be his EZ-Pass to the Finals.

“I think it’s a bigger possibility than people think. I’m not sure if they have the space financially for that. Obviously, they have a lot of guys on rookie deals right now.

“But they would need to get some more shooters in there if they do want to bring Bron in.”