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Every monarch has seen their days fall, but our King will be remembered for the Kingdom he has built. An unmatched legacy, a rare feat of playing even in his 40s without any hint of hanging up the boots. But there’s more to the King’s legacy than just his on-court brilliance. The question? How did he survive these years? The same LeBron James who hesitates to buy premiums of apps once facing allegations of spending $1.5 million/annually on his body shows how unrealistic it is. But three former Heat stars have topped it a notch by making even wilder claims about King James. And they did it with arguments that’d make them question if he’s even human.

The conversation on The OGs podcast started with Alonzo Mourning, stating out loud what an honor it was for him to have been in the front office and witness part of Bron’s legacy. “Now I got newfound respect,” the Heat legend said. Chiming in to this chain of thought was another Heat icon, Udonis Haslem, who highlighted what many of us have thought of: “To be 40 years old and to do what he’s doing right now is unheard (of).”

The fact that he is still shooting 50 percent from the field while averaging over 25 points per game surely makes you question things. Add to it his unrealistic athletic prowess even at 40, and you’d understand why Mourning thinks the way he does: “Constant jumping and pounding… The banging and all of that to just the rigors of the sport…. I think he’s an alien… He ain’t from here… He’s from another planet,” Zo said. Now, if you think this is wild, ex-Heat star Mike Miller had his own version of LeBron James’ origins.

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“I say he’s a test tube baby.” Mike’s claim, but surely Bron isn’t taking that, but again, you can’t stop theories. And this is not just some random gazing on a podcast. The three former Heat stars have their reasons behind their theories: “I’ve told the story on here before. This is why I know he’s a test tube. We play Indiana. He has like, 46, 16 and 9. Whatever goes, goes overtime. He plays 52 minutes… Weighed 265 before, he weighed 271 afterwards… He gained, like, seven pounds,” Miller said, leaving Zo in utter surprise.

And it’s not just about his peak physical attributes at his age; the stats and records point to something similar about LeBron James. “He’s not real… And the fact that … He just scored his 50,000 points…,” Miller added. For those unaware, Bron scored his 50000th point [regular season+playoffs] just recently! Humanely possible? The bar is so high, the King puts everyone on their toes.

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And this is even though James believes in passing the ball. Udonis Haslem could not help but wonder what it would have been like if he were a ball hog. “He have 100,000,” UD claimed. Clearly, there is no help but to wonder what his secret is. One thing he seemingly denied about himself is his reported expenditure on his body.

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LeBron James once opened up on a rumored secret to his peak health and form

King James is in his 22nd NBA season, and somehow, he’s still performing at a level most players can only dream of. Compare that to Vince Carter, who also played 22 seasons but took on more of a supporting role in his final year with the Atlanta Hawks. James, on the other hand, remains the driving force of his team, showing no signs of slowing down even in his 4th decade of existence!

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What’s your perspective on:

Is LeBron James truly human, or is he the closest thing we have to a real-life superhero?

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His longevity has sparked endless discussions about what keeps him in peak condition. One of the most talked-about rumors? He spends a staggering $1.5 million annually on body maintenance. Reports suggest his routine includes high-tech recovery methods like cryotherapy, hyperbaric chambers, and red light therapy. But here’s the catch—James has never actually confirmed those specifics. But do we have it from the horses mouth?

He finally addressed the speculation in the Netflix series Starting 5, saying, “I’ve heard this crazy notion about how much money I spend on my body per year, and I kind of just chuckle.” While he didn’t reveal the real number, he made one thing clear—his success isn’t just about money. It’s about time, consistency, and discipline.

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