UPDATE: Jason Day’s brutal assessment of LeBron James’ golf swing from 2018 has resurfaced, igniting conversations online just as James showcases his growing passion for golf. The former NBA superstar, known for being the all-time leading scorer, has recently been spotted working on his swing, raising questions about his potential in the sport.
James, who hinted at catching the “golf bug,” was seen practicing his swing while courtside at a game earlier this week. However, Day’s blunt remarks from five years ago suggest that James may have significant room for improvement. Speaking to Golf Digest, Day said, “I’ve seen him swing, and it looks terrible. Just awful.” His comments highlight the gap between professional athletes, even those in different sports.
The revelation comes as James continues to express interest in golf, joining a list of basketball stars who have embraced the sport. Notably, Stephen Curry has made waves on the Korn Ferry Tour, even outdriving major champion Bryson DeChambeau in a recent social media video.
Day, a former world number one golfer from Australia, also shared a past incident where James accidentally collided with his wife during a game, resulting in her being taken away in a neck brace. Fortunately, she recovered quickly and defended James, acknowledging the risks of sitting courtside. Day revealed that James reached out to apologize after the incident, yet he didn’t soften his critique of James’ golf skills.
With James’ new enthusiasm for golf, fans are eager to see if he can transform his game and take advice from professionals like Day. As the conversation around LeBron’s golf ambitions heats up, will he seek to prove Day wrong?
Keep an eye on this developing story as James continues to hone his skills on the greens, and watch for more reactions from the golfing community. This unexpected intersection of basketball and golf is capturing attention and could lead to more celebrity collaborations in the future.
