LeBron James quashes rumors of the ridiculous amount he spends on his health and fitness ahead of his 22nd season.
LeBron James reveals details about his fitness and recovery
It doesn’t matter what side one is on the NBA GOAT debate, but LeBron James is widely admired for both his basketball talent and extraordinary longevity. As he prepares for his 22nd season, he has continued to perform at an elite level, a feat rarely achieved in professional sports.
To the amazement of fans, on an episode of the Starting 5, he addressed rumors of the staggering amount he spends on his health and fitness. LeBron James highlighted that his dedication to recovery isn’t just a financial investment, but is the key to his longevity.
I’ve heard this crazy notion about how much money I spend on my body per year and I kind of just chuckle. That is a number that I will not disclose, but more importantly, I think it’s the time.
LeBron James said on Netflix’s starting five
How has LeBron James been able to stay healthy for 20+ years in the league?
Starting 5 is now playing. pic.twitter.com/ocLoxUBHiB
— Netflix (@netflix) October 12, 2024
Furthermore, it is a well-known fact that the four-time NBA winner employs a range of treatments to help his body recover from the demands of professional basketball. Surprisingly, despite the advanced treatments, he emphasized that sleep is the most crucial aspect of his recovery routine.
This coming season will see the future Hall of Famer compete in his 22nd season, which will tie him and recently inducted Hall of Famer, Vince Carter for the longest career in NBA history. Unlike Carter, who played a limited role in his final years, King James has remained a top player in the league.
Lakers eye center depth to maximize LeBron James’ final years
While fans can’t wait to see their GOAT LeBron James, his team the Los Angeles Lakers are actively seeking to add depth at center. They see this as a crucial need in their quest to avoid wasting the final years of LeBron James’ career as well as Anthony Davis’ prime.
“The Lakers have been exploring potentially adding a big man, a center to their roster.” 👀 @ShamsCharania makes his NBA Today debut with the latest on the Lakers’ search for a big 💪 pic.twitter.com/8iqVBTIGrJ
— NBA on ESPN (@ESPNNBA) October 10, 2024
The Purple and Gold’s roster has Christian Wood recovering from knee surgery and Christian Koloko sidelined due to blood clots. As a result, the team is now left with Jaxson Hayes as the primary backup to AD, who himself prefers not to play the center position.
If the Lakers were to dip into the trade market, one option is Atlanta’s Clint Capela, whose expiring $22 million deal would immediately bolster the Lakers’ roster. However, should that happen the Lakers will have to part with key players like Gabe Vincent, Rui Hachimura, or Jarred Vanderbilt, a move that could cause fans discontent and compromise other areas of the roster.
