LeBron James recently reflected on his evolving definition of success, emphasizing that his greatest measure of achievement now lies in the growth and happiness of his three children rather than personal accolades or records.
The Los Angeles Lakers star, who never knew his own father, is raising his two sons, Bronny and Bryce, along with his 10-year-old daughter, Zhuri and sporadically shows their developing lives through social media.
The proud dad loves to highlight the individual paths each child is taking as he and Savannah continue to support the youngsters on their respective journeys into teenage life and adulthood.
In a recent discussion with HypeBeast promoting his Nike LeBron 23 ‘Forever King’ collection, LeBron explained how his definition of success has shifted from championships and records to his children’s growth.
“My definition of success is how my kids succeed in life,” LeBron, who is a billionaire, said. “I think everybody’s walk to success or walk to fulfilment is different.
“I just hope that in the time that I’ve been able to do what I’ve been able to do is instilled in them to be kind, work hard, determined, how to handle adversity, and also just be you.
“People say that you should be this person, whatever. But ultimately, the best you can be is being you. And I hope they understand that that is most important in anything.”
Basketball observers have already noted progress in LeBron‘s eldest son, Bronny, who showed promising growth during the Summer League and averaged 14.3 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 3.8 assists in four Las Vegas games.
Whilst Bryce has enrolled at the University of Arizona to play for the Wildcats men’s basketball team after winning a state championship and Zhuri continues to excel in volleyball with the City Volleyball Club and her school team.
LeBron, who grew up without father of his own, views their independent success as a reflection of his own fulfillment as a parent after being raised by a single mother named Gloria.
“What I’ve learned is to get the best out of my three kids, I can’t approach them all the same way because they all have different personalities,” LeBron said during an interview on Tim Ferriss’ podcast, showing his love for their uniqueness and independence as well as his own diverse parenting skills.
LeBron lands Naismith Hall of Fame spot
Beyond parenting, LeBron has recently received additional recognition for his basketball career as the 2008 U.S. Olympic ‘Redeem Team’ was formally inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.
That means James becomes just one of two NBA players in basketball history to become inducted into the Hall of Fame whilst still shooting three-throws on the court, the other being Chris Paul – who was also a part of that 2008 team.
The 40-year-old LeBron will now turn his attention to gearing up for the new NBA season with the Lakers, which is scheduled to begin in October 2025 as he and Luka Doncic seek a first championship in LA since 2020.
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