Everyone knows that LeBron James is managing to produce and act on Space Jam 2 while still leading the Los Angeles Lakers to an impressive record at the top of the Western Conference. Many are wondering how he's able to keep himself in shape while he's working on such a big project.
ESPN's Ramona Shelburne finally revealed the secret to James' ability to remain dominant on the court while filming the sequel to the classic family romp. It turns out that the Space Jam team went through great lengths in order to accommodate the Lakers star's specific needs.
This isn't the first time a movie star has made a specific demand so he can continue filming. Outrageous stories of celebrities asking for bizarre things during production is a dime a dozen. However, LeBron's move is also a throwback to another transcendent superstar who also blazed the path for James the movie star.
During the filming of the original Space Jam, Chicago Bulls forward Michael Jordan also demanded that a gym would be built around the shoot's premises so he can work out whenever he's not in front of the camera. Some fans may call out James for copying Jordan's tactic, but it was a sensible thing for James to request.
LeBron may be a movie star, but he's also a superb basketball player. His absurd season averages of 25.7 points, 7.8 rebounds, and 10.8 assists a night is proof that LeBron's incredible work ethic is paying off.
It may seem superfluous to some that he had a gym set up, but James is a player first. The fact that he's not forgetting his regimen in the midst of filming should make Lakers fans more than happy with his contribution. As long as he produces on the floor, not a single fan of the Purple and Gold will complain about James' involvement in the Space Jam sequel.