To be a good athlete you need much more than just to be great at sports.You need to be 100% mentally there. Inside the game.As for the useful attributes an outstanding athlete must have, is a good mindset with consistent practice habits and a healthy lifestyle .But today we aren’t going to talk about the good ones.NO,NO,it’s time to make a tribute to the best in the business. Processor of three NBA championships ,one of the five players with at least four NBA MVPs, the only player in modern NBA history to play in seven straight finals and Cleveland Cavaliers living legend,number 23, the one and only.. LEBRON JAMES!!!
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LeBron James is one of the most recognisable names and faces in sports.He is only behind Real Madrid superstar Cristiano Ronaldo in the category of the the highest paid athletes in the world.
But what is it that makes the NBA star so extraordinary?Let’s find out together why Lebron James is such a big name in today’s sports.
1. He's a coachable professional.
Assistant coach,Phil Handy,once said:
”LeBron James is the ultimate professional and is just a dream for people like me because, despite being the best player in the game, he remains very coachable".
"You would expect guys like him to be hard to coach, but he knows the game, is a student of the game, studies, wants to be challenged, wants to be coached. Every day he strives to be better than the day before.”
2. He's a natural born leader.
For many people,when they are asked to describe Lebron with a single word ,without second thoughts,they would say one thing:Leader. Cavs small forward is known as the person to come first in the building before a game, especially in the finals period where he would arrive 2-3 hours before the game, just to work on his skills and body conditioning.He has always been a great role model for young kids and has never been afraid to tell what he needs from each of teammates.A great inspiration for his hometown but for all the sports fans too .
3. He's ultra-powerful.
He is extremely strong.A freak of nature.LeBron James is six foot nine tall and weighs 265 or 270 pounds.King Lebron,as many like to refer him,is one of the most physical athletes in the sports industry.Nobody Can deny his strength,agility and speed.
4. He has a high 'basketball IQ.’
In order, to be the greatest you need to be much more than strong and a team player and Lebron possess it.He brings on the table assets not only physical but mental too.Throughout history,none of the big basketball players managed to succeed without having high Basketball IQ.Kobe Bryant,Magic Johnson,Michael Jordan,Larry Bird all shared this skill.They were able to see the game slower and act a lot faster.That gave them a significant advantage every time they had to face the opponent.But,just to have this skill set you need to have more than many hours of practice.You have to appreciate the game as much as people appreciate their everyday job.Elite basketball is no different,for many it might look as a sport but don’t be mistaken.It is a job and a very tough one especially if you play in the highest level possible.To put it in other words,loving the game and being smart is demanded.
5. His best years could still be ahead of him.
LeBron James may be currently living his 32 year of age but he has been in the job the last 15 years.So,one thing is for sure,he has gained over these years a lot of professional basketball experience.
"LeBron right now is just reaching his peak… he's not coming down at all. The stuff he does every day with his body, before practice and before he gets on the court — he's just a well-oiled machine."
"Most guys just don't go through what he does with his body,”Phil Hardy added.Experts looking at the stats are amazed that even after playing the game 15 years his stats have not dropped.Actually,his numbers are much higher than when he used to play as a rookie.Personally,I am impressed at his consistency to always play at the highest level of his potential.
Lastly,not only does he work inside the courts but creates a lot of value in other fields too.Business,movies,even politics interest him and define in a way the depth of his greatness.
LeBron James everyday does his best to let everybody know that sports offer not only a few hours of entertainment but are indeed a path for life greatness. So,now you have it. LeBron James.The basketball player, entrepreneur, public speaker,motivator,leader but most important life enthusiast who does not flinch in front of hard times and set backs.
Hope you enjoyed The post tribute.I will finish with one of Lebron most important quote which states:
“It’s my responsibility. I believe that I was put here for a higher cause. We have people that have been in the higher positions that chose to do it and other that chose not to.”
Be inspired from his achievements and do not forget in order to be successful you need to learn to love the grind.
Until next post..See you Steemians