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James Worthy tells LeBron James what he should do next that could help other NBA players
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James Worthy has praised LeBron James for setting a new standard of professionalism and longevity in the NBA.
Worthy even believes the Los Angeles Lakers star's approach could help shape how future players approach their careers.
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The 64-year-old, who won three championships with the team in the 1980s, spoke about how LeBron's dedication to his craft has allowed him to stay at the top for more than two decades.
Worthy said his former franchise's current leader is a once-in-a-generation athlete whose mindset should be studied by anyone hoping to achieve sustained excellence.
His comments come as LeBron continues to perform at an elite level at 41, showing no signs of slowing down as he leads the Lakers through another competitive Western Conference campaign.
James Worthy praises LeBron James' example for future players
Worthy said LeBron's longevity and professionalism have set him apart from anyone else in the modern era of the NBA.
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That's why Worthy has recommended that James "write a book" about his approach to basketball for others to take inspiration from.
"He should write a book on how to be an athlete, how to prepare, how to train, how to sustain over time, how to keep your body and your mind right," Worthy said.
"We've never seen anything like him. He's just gonna continue to impress us."
LeBron's unmatched ability to maintain peak performance through multiple eras and team changes has made him one of the most respected figures in sports.
For Worthy, LeBron's influence extends beyond scoring and championships. His dedication to preparation makes him an example for generations to come.
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LeBron James reaches 51,000 career points in Lakers win
LeBron added another milestone to his remarkable career on Sunday night, scoring 24 points in the Lakers' 110–93 win over the Toronto Raptors .
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He has now surpassed 51,000 career points across regular-season and playoff games combined.
The total further extends his record as the NBA's all-time leading scorer, building on a legacy that continues to grow every season.
The Lakers star also recorded four rebounds and seven assists in the win, leading Los Angeles to their 25th victory of the season.
