Playing his 21st NBA season, LeBron James is the oldest player in the league but still one of the most dominant forces on the court. While many players start to regress and slow down at this age, he has defied all odds and is still pumping out monster numbers to keep the LA Lakers afloat. He is still playing as if he were in his prime, averaging 24.3 points, 8.5 rebounds, and 5.5 assists per game, courtesy of his rigorous workout regime.

However, his bullish strength and freakish athleticism, which seem untouched by time, are not the only factors. Staying fit mentally plays a huge part in his enduring success. In a recent post-game interview, James unveiled the habits that help him maintain sharp focus and mental agility throughout the grueling NBA season. However, while disclosing secrets about his longevity, James offered a glimpse into his unusual habit.

LeBron James unveils the secret to his longevity

After clinching a wide 134?107 win over the Memphis Grizzlies, James unraveled the secret behind his sustained dominance. “The only way that I think you can play as long as I’ve played is be able to try to keep your mind as fresh as possible,” stated LeBron.?According to the Akron Hammer, he draws inspiration from his three kids and his family to keep excelling on the court. He also mentioned the importance of a good night’s sleep, which he tries to get as much as he can when he is not busy playing Madden or sipping wine.

While his love for wine and football is well-documented, he likes to do both at the same time, concocting a unique recipe to unwind at the end of the day. James revealed, “When I’m not playing Madden or drinking a bottle of wine, which I actually drink wine and play Madden at the same time. But I try to do a good job of sleeping.”

Is Anthony Davis ready to take the reins?

At the beginning of the season, Lakers head coach Darvin Ham hinted at the possibility of James playing fewer minutes, so he could be fresh during the playoffs. However, James had to step up his minutes and is currently averaging 33.7 minutes due to their dismal initial performances.

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While the reasoning behind keeping James healthy was understandable, it would all be in vain if they didn’t even reach the playoffs. However, it looks like Anthony Davis is ready to take the reins now and lighten the burden on James’ shoulders. After going scoreless in the second quarter of the season opener, Davis seems to have shaken off the early season rust.

Davis put on an impressive performance on both ends of the court and led the team to victory against the Grizzlies with 19 points, 11 rebounds, and five assists. If he continues his form from this game, we can expect more wins from the Lakers.

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