LeBron James highlights importance of summer training for players
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 2:13 PM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
LeBron James discussed the vital role of basketball trainers during the summer in a recent interview. He reflected on past practices where players would gather to play regularly, emphasizing the need for physical competition. James urged players to engage more in gameplay, whether through five-on-five or smaller matchups, to prepare for the season. His comments underscore the shift in focus from players to trainers during summer training.
- •LeBron James spoke about summer training dynamics on a podcast.
- •He highlighted the significance of trainers over players during the offseason.
- •James encourages players to engage in more competitive games.
- •He reminisced about playing regularly with friends during summer.
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