REPORTS: LeBron James Makes Major Change To Body in Order To Dominate This Season

Taking care of your body is key to having a long NBA career. And LeBron James is the perfect example for that. He will enter his 19th season in the NBA with the Lakers this season. However, his game has shown no signs of slowing down and he is still as explosive as ever.

Last year, James suffered an injury before the playoffs. Since then, the ‘King’ stated that he may not return to his full productivity. But, recent reports suggest that he is taking appropriate measures to make sure he returns at his best. With the Lakers looking for a championship this season, his contributions will be crucial for them.

PORTLAND, OR – SEPTEMBER 17: (CHINA OUT) LeBron James unveils the LEBRON 12 on September 16, 2014 in Portland, Oregon. (Photo by VCG/VCG via Getty Images)

So what is it that James is doing to ensure he makes the full use of his body?

LeBron James slimming up

According to Rob Pelinka, LeBron has slimmed up as the Lakers enter this season. He is entering his 19th season and will turn 37 years in December. Hence, he feels that a leaner physique will help him be more explosive. But is this true for the King?

LeBron is one of the best rim drivers in the league. Despite being 36, his explosiveness is on par with most youngsters that play the game. Moreover, he has also improved his shooting significantly as compared to his early days. So why does he need to slim down?

Rob Pelinka says that LeBron James has “slimmed up” coming into this season. He says being leaner should translate to more explosiveness for James, who is starting season No. 19 of his career and will turn 37 in December.

— Dave McMenamin (@mcten) September 23, 2021

Firstly, turning 37 in December, LeBron’s body is weary. His body has a lot of miles on it and he needs to do his best to reduce the load on his body. While the ‘King’ seems to be ageless, averaging 25 points or the season is not an easy job. Especially when you are in your 18th season.

Secondly, being more explosive is a good point. Normally, LeBron James is a muscular man with a huge frame. The 6’8 forward could run through anyone when in his prime. But now with his body giving in, he needs to make certain adjustments to get the best out of it. Hence, slimming up is not all that bad, but it will also mean that he won’t be able to take as much contact while going to the rim.

Looking at the Lakers team here, is age really an issue?

Can age stop the Lakers?

While LeBron turns 37 in December, his productivity is still as high as ever. However, he isn’t the only player on the Lakers who isn’t affected by age.

The Lakers have some of the best players to push the rim. Apart from the Akron Hammer, Russell Westbrook and Dwight Howard are always on the athletic end. Their age has had no effect on their crazy athleticism. Even Howard, who turns 37 this year, can catch and finish lobs at ease.

SHENZHEN, CHINA – OCTOBER 12: #23 Lebron James of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts during a preseason game as part of 2019 NBA Global Games China at Shenzhen Universiade Center on October 12, 2019 in Shenzhen, Guangdong, China. (Photo by Stringer/Anadolu Agency via Getty Images)

With the younger side, a healthy Anthony Davis will also return this season. Hence, there is no doubt that this team will pose a threat no matter how old. With James, Westbrook and AD o the floor at the time, np rim protector is safe against them.

Do you think the Lakers have a shot against the younger teams? Let us know in the comments below.

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