Rajon Rondo Spills the Truth About Playing Alongside LeBron James!

Rajon Rondo recently joined The Draymond Green Show, featuring Draymond Green and Baron Davis, to discuss various NBA topics. During the podcast, Rondo reflected on his championship run with the Los Angeles Lakers and his experience playing alongside LeBron James.

James and Rondo are often regarded as two of the most intelligent players of the modern NBA era, making their partnership on the Lakers a natural fit despite their earlier rivalry during the late 2000s and early 2010s.

Rajon Rondo and LeBron James together in the Lakers

When Draymond Green asked about his time playing with LeBron James, Rondo stated that, “You know, I knew my role at the time. We’re two alphas but at the same time, I pride myself on being a star role player. So, for me, I fell in line, I knew what it was. It was no ego “beating the chest.” I’ma have an opinion which he always respected it, along with the coaching staff. So it was always just a hell of a lot of respect that we had for each other.”

Rajon Rondo and LeBron James were teammates on the Los Angeles Lakers during their 2020 championship season.

“Nobody take care of the body like him. He’s arguably the greatest player of all-time, he’s very disciplined. He goes over and beyond what the average or even what some of the great NBA players have done,” he continued.

LeBron James taking care of his body

LeBron James is about to make NBA history as he prepares for his 22nd season, tying Vince Carter for the longest career in league history. Even after two decades on the court, the Lakers star continues to prove he’s among the NBA’s top players and an undeniable force in the game.

During his 22nd season, Carter served as a role player off the bench for the Atlanta Hawks with no assured spot in the rotation. In contrast, James has managed to defy Father Time, maintaining his status as one of the league’s elite players—a feat that continues to astonish fans and analysts alike.

James likely invests heavily in maintaining his body, possibly to a degree even he might not fully quantify. Whatever his regimen entails, it has clearly allowed him to sustain his elite performance and extend his prime. This commitment has not only prolonged his career but also given the Lakers additional seasons of high-level basketball.