LeBron Jokes About Daughter's Sport
LeBron James humorously noted his daughter Zhuri is a volleyball player, not basketball, to avoid upsetting his wife Savannah who's "done with basketball." The comment reveals the family dynamics behind one of the NBA's most prominent households. It shows how even basketball royalty navigates family preferences when it comes to their children's athletic pursuits.
While LeBron James' sons, Bronny and Bryce, have followed in his footsteps on the basketball court, his youngest child, 11-year-old daughter Zhuri, is forging her own athletic path in volleyball. She plays for the City Volleyball Club and proudly wears the number 6, the same number her father wore for the Miami Heat, Team USA, and part of his time with the Lakers. LeBron is a vocal supporter at her games, frequently posting clips of her playing and cheering her on with messages like, "LET'S GO BABY Z!!". Zhuri's choice of sport aligns with her father's own multi-sport background. Before becoming a basketball prodigy, LeBron James was a standout football player at St. Vincent-St. Mary High School in Akron, Ohio, recording 103 catches for 2,065 yards and 23 touchdowns in just two seasons. He has recently been a vocal critic of early sport specialization, expressing concern that focusing on one sport year-round can lead to burnout in young athletes. The James family's athletic endeavors are a significant focus. Oldest son Bronny James made history as the first active father-son duo to play in the NBA after being drafted by the Los Angeles Lakers in 2024. He played one season at USC before joining his father in the professional ranks. Meanwhile, LeBron's younger son, Bryce, is a promising basketball player in his own right. The 6-foot-5 guard, who was a three-star recruit, has committed to play college basketball for the University of Arizona. He previously played at Sierra Canyon School, the same high school as his older brother.
