Remember when Stephen Curry said, “Leave me alone this summer.” This message is also echoed by LeBron James, as not only retirement rumors but also trade reports have been circulating left, right, and center. The Lakers’ superstar recently exercised his $52.6 million player option for the 2025-26 season, sparking further speculation. King James had to put an end to those speculations during his off-season activity, which Curry and Michael Jordan are obsessed with.
First, the clarification was about his off-season time in Cleveland. Him being an Akron native, the time spent there would make 100% sense. In order to practice, the 40-year-old chose the Cavs’ facility and had to clarify after a viral photo. “LeBron at the Cavs practice facility today.” He was training and was joined by Cavs rookie Denver Jones. That photo was enough to speak to the question: Is LeBron returning to Cleveland? But that was shut down instantly.
“And every summer since it was built. I live here still and train every summer. Got damn yall bored man! Go get a plate of food somewhere and enjoy the 4th of July!” After clearing out the rumor of him practicing basketball, the Lakers’ superstar was seen practicing golf! ‘LeGolf’ moniker started soon and even Stephen Curry chimed in with his thoughts. “Welcome,” Curry wrote, “We’ve been waiting for you.”
So in all, LeBron James keeps himself in shape at the Cavs’ facility, which has been his long-time offseason process. Plus, he tried golf to keep things interesting, and who knows, another sport that he will master later.
And every summer since it was built. I live here still and train every summer. Got damn yall bored man! Go get a plate of food somewhere and enjoy the 4th of July!
— LeBron James (@KingJames) July 4, 2025
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