LeBron James is flying to work. Literally. The new Philadelphia 76ers star is commuting to games and practices from New York via helicopter, a detail that’s already turning heads ahead of his first season with the Sixers. He doesn’t think it’s a big deal, though, stating he’s “done it before” and it’s “just another way of transportation, that’s all.” Talk about living different!
Cutting Down the Commute, Sixers Style
This isn’t just some casual flex, though. The chopper shaves what could be a two-hour drive down to a breezy 40 minutes. You gotta wonder what kind of toll that regular trek would take, even on a player like LeBron. This move cuts that travel grind significantly, letting him focus more on dropping dimes and buckets for his new squad rather than battling I-95 traffic. It’s an interesting logistical play for a player of his caliber.
The Fanatics Deal That Keeps LeBron Soaring
Turns out, this high-flying commute isn’t just a personal preference; it’s part of an endorsement deal. Front Office Sports and TMZ Sports reported that James has been granted use of Fanatics aviation, including a helicopter. That’s a pretty sweet perk for an endorsement, right? After wrapping up the preseason Friday night in Philadelphia, James is already slated to be back in New York by next week. The grind never stops, even if you’re flying above it.
The Sixers are set to kick off their regular season on Tuesday with a road game against the New York Knicks. That’s a pretty spicy opener, and you know all eyes will be on how LeBron performs, whether he arrived by team bus or personal chopper.
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Originally reported by Bleacher Report.
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