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It is delightful to see parents bond over their love for their children. And being a parent is not an easy task. However, it seems sharing these best feelings can bloom new friendships. Apparently, that is what happened between the Kansas City Chiefs QB, Patrick Mahomes, and the NBA Los Angeles Lakers star, LeBron James.

Mahomes is a father to a baby girl and soon-to-be dad. But King James has already three children. So, he would definitely understand what it is like to be a dad. It also looks like their shared experience had led the way to them becoming great friends as well.

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Their friendship is super exciting for the 2018 MVP award winner. Mahomes shared a Tweet, which James acknowledged. Also, who will not be happy to have a talented friend like The L-Train? LeBron James has been Patrick Mahomes’ idol for a long time.

How did Patrick Mahomes and LeBron James become friends?

The two bonded over their shared experience of being a dad. For the Chiefs QB, it is a proud moment for a parent to see a little version of them grow up.

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Even the Super Bowl-winning QB was surprised to know that he got the attention of the legendary hooper LeBron James.

Patrick Mahomes watched him play and dominate the league since his childhood. He talked about James and said, “…it definitely was a surreal moment to talk to him the first time you meet him and know he’s just kind of, he’s a real dude, just like everyone else… And just kind of building that relationship. Got some advice from him. He’s a great guy, a great guy.”

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Mahomes enjoys parenting

The star QB was recently featured in an Oakley commercial with his cute daughter, Sterling. He recites an inspiring message to her. The message urges her and the on-lookers to be their authentic self.

USA Today via Reuters

Definitely, Mahomes enjoys being a dad, and so does King James. Fans cannot wait to see what else unfolds between the two mega-popular athletes.

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