The NBA superstar says with six months of training, he could dominate other disciplines

LeBron James confidently declares his ability to medal in the long jump and high jump(AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)LAPRESSE

LeBron James just added another sparkling chapter to his already legendary career, and this time, it’s not just about his prowess on the court. The King led Team USA to Olympic gold in Paris this summer, clinching his third gold medal and, for the first time ever, the prestigious Olympic MVP award.

But LeBron being LeBron, he’s not content with just dominating one sport. In a recent episode of ‘The Shop,’ the conversation took a turn to the hypothetical: What other Olympic sports could James crush if he decided to step off the hardwood? Without missing a beat, LeBron threw out two contenders-long jump and high jump.

And if you think he’s just talking, think again. LeBron didn’t just say he could compete; he said he could win.“I’m a podium-only guy,” James declared, oozing confidence like only a man with three Olympic golds can. He even laid out a plan-give him six to eight months to train, and he’s certain he could snag another medal.

LeBron James’ belief in his ability to conquer new Olympic sports is impressive

Now, this kind of talk might sound crazy coming from anyone else, but we’re dealing with LeBron James here. This is a guy who’s made a career out of doing the impossible. The idea of him pivoting from basketball to track and field? It’s not just believable; it’s downright exciting.

The fact that LeBron could entertain this thought without anyone immediately laughing him off says a lot about his unparalleled athleticism. Who else could casually mention winning a medal in a completely different sport and make people actually believe it?

So, here we are, left to wonder-could LeBron really pull it off? If the King gets his six months of prep time, would you bet against him? If history has taught us anything, it’s this: when LeBron James sets his mind to something, all bets are off.