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Udonis Haslem spent an amazing 20 years in the NBA and played against and alongside some of the greatest athletes to ever enter the world of professional sports.
But when asked who the best athlete he’s ever seen is, Haslem had a clear answer: LeBron James.
Speaking on “First Take,” Haslem said that James is able to do everything.
According to Haslem, James can run fast, he can throw a football, he can do literally anything on a basketball court, and nothing seems to slow him down.
.@ThisIsUD says LeBron is the best athlete he’s ever seen pic.twitter.com/1y9C3m5WV2
— First Take (@FirstTake) June 21, 2024
Haslem spent his entire NBA career with the Miami Heat and had several years with James, winning two championships with him and forming a close friendship.
But his admiration for James goes beyond their friendship.
Like many others, Haslem is in awe of what James is capable of doing.
The man is able to shoot well, block and defend, and lead a team unlike anyone else.
And in some ways, he’s actually getting better with age.
For example, he shot 41% from the three-point line in 2023–24, which is the best percent of his career.
That means that even at 39 years old and after 21 seasons, James is still enhancing his game.
Haslem said that James can play football and is probably a great baseball player too.
Anyone who has been paying attention to the four-time champion since he entered the league wouldn’t be surprised if he dominated in any sport he got involved with.
Thankfully for NBA fans, James is still playing at a high level as he nears 40 years old.
Injuries and age have slowed him down a bit at times, but not much, and he is still producing at a very high level for the Los Angeles Lakers.
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