Former Lakers players recently discussed LeBron James’ impressive longevity in the NBA. James, now entering his 22nd season and soon turning 40, remains one of the league’s most dominant players. Despite his age, he continues to perform at an elite level, having recently won his third Olympic gold medal and been named MVP.
In a conversation on Dwight Howard’s podcast, former teammates Dwight Howard and DeMarcus Cousins shared their thoughts on LeBron’s continued excellence. Cousins expressed amazement at LeBron’s ability to maintain such high-level performance at his age, noting, “He’s doing things that are unheard of, averaging 25 points as a 40-year-old.”
Howard jokingly suggested that LeBron might be on steroids, though Cousins was hesitant to delve into the topic, simply replying, “Ain’t gonna get into that.”
LeBron, who is approaching his 40th birthday, shows no signs of slowing down, despite some indications that age is catching up with him. Last season, he averaged 25.7 points, 8.3 assists, 7.3 rebounds, and 1.3 steals per game, shooting an impressive 54.0% from the field. His continued dominance, even as the oldest player in the NBA, has led many to argue that he remains the best basketball player in the world.
LeBron’s recent Olympic success and MVP title further cement his status as one of the game’s greats. As he prepares for another season, fans are eager to see what records he might break as he continues to defy the odds.
