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LeBron James and Justin Bieber are two names that you’d not think to be used in the same sentence. The 37-Year-Old Lakers superstar has a fanboy in Justin Bieber as the latter openly loves the basketball superstar. The four-time NBA Champion, since moving to Hollywood, would have had even more interactions with entertainment superstars like Justin. But unbeknownst to many, James’ legendary teammate once spilled the beans on his love for the singer as well.

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A while ago, Chris Bosh appeared on a Disney show, spilling the beans about King James’s bathroom songs. The Lakers no. 6 has been known to love Jay-Z and Nas, but this was a revelation.

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The Bostrich on LeBron James “Bieber fever”

Los Angeles Lakers superstar has no shortage of celebrities lining up to get a piece of him, him being one of the most popular athletes on the planet. The 18-time All-Star had a similar incident in 2018 when Justin Bieber met him at a fashion show and got his sneakers autographed. The paparazzi caught hold of the autographed sneakers as they covered the event.

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LeBron James was mentioned by his legendary Miami Heat teammate Chris Bosh once on a Disney TV show, revealing his love for Justin Bieber. The four-time NBA Champion seems like he has impeccable taste in music, with his favorite albums being certified classics by Nas and Jay-Z. 

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Bostrich on the show was playing himself and was asked how life would be the best being a pro. The Heat legend mentioned how he could never get any sleep with James as his teammate. On being enquired whether it was because of partying, Bosh replied, “No, singing in the shower. LeBron has a serious case of ‘Bieber fever’ ”. 

This could easily be a joke scripted for the show, but looking at the four-time Champions’ past tweets and interactions, he has a lot of respect for the singer.

King James’ love for hip-hop

If anyone follows the legend, they’d know that the NBA superstar is a huge hip-hop fan. Adding to the artists mentioned above, King James has a long list of hip-hop artists as his favorites.

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James mentioned his personal connection to Kendrick Lamar’s music in 2017. Also, Jay-Z and James are officially business partners with ownership in a sports apparel company.

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Shankha Shuvra Das is an NBA writer whose expertise lies in the intricacies of the league's business side. With a Master's Degree in Economics, he is well-equipped to analyze the complex commercial aspects of the world's third-richest sports league. As a writer at EssentiallySports, Shankha has demonstrated remarkable proficiency, particularly in his coverage of the FTX debacle that implicated several NBA stars. His in-depth analysis and transparent reporting have earned him a reputation for delivering high-quality content that fans and industry professionals alike can trust. Shankha's extensive coverage of Shaquille O'Neal and his various ventures outside of basketball also showcases his ability to provide insight into the business side of sports. His writing is engaging, informative, and always well-researched, making him a valuable resource for anyone looking to gain a better understanding of the NBA's commercial landscape. When he's not busy writing, Shankha can be found hitting pads at a kickboxing gym or trying his hand at writing screenplays for movies. This passion for both sports and creative endeavors is reflected in his work, which always showcases a unique perspective and attention to detail. Overall, Shankha is a skilled writer whose transparency and commitment to quality make him a trusted authority on the business of the NBA.

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