LeBron James’ wife, Savannah James, experienced a warm reunion with former Lakers teammate Russell Westbrook on Tuesday evening at the Crypto.com Arena. Both couples attended the WNBA matchup between the LA Sparks and the Las Vegas Aces, where Savannah, Russ, and his wife Nina Westbrook interacted courtside, marking a heartfelt moment. This encounter highlighted the ongoing friendship between the two <a href="https://www.buzzineintl.com/category/basketball/nba/”>NBA families amid their busy lives.
Sharing a candid video on X, Lauren Jones of LoJo Media captured Russ and Nina embracing Savannah near the court. The Westbrooks and Savannah appeared engaged in conversation while Russ gave a dap to another individual nearby, reflecting easy camaraderie between the pairs.
Brief history of the Lakers’ former teammates and their families
LeBron and Russ shared the court for one and a half seasons with the Los Angeles Lakers. Although their stint together was challenging, particularly for Westbrook, the latter has regained momentum after joining the Denver Nuggets last season. Despite this, Russell Westbrook currently remains a free agent with the NBA season approaching August.
Savannah and LeBron’s relationship dates back to their high school years, with Savannah standing alongside LeBron throughout his illustrious basketball journey. They married in 2013 and have three children: Bronny, Bryce, and Zhuri. Meanwhile, the Westbrooks have been a couple since their UCLA days, marrying in 2015, and raising their three children — son Noah and twin daughters Skye and Jordyne.
Both couples have established themselves as major power duos in basketball circles. Reports suggest LeBron and Savannah’s joint net worth reaches approximately $1.3 billion, while Russell and Nina’s combined worth is over $330 million, underscoring their significant influence on and off the court.
LeBron James focuses on training as Savannah supports from the sidelines
While Savannah was courtside at the Sparks-Aces game, LeBron James was occupied elsewhere with his rigorous offseason routine. Preparing for his 23rd NBA season, LeBron dedicated Tuesday morning to intense workouts and recovery. His Instagram stories revealed an early wake-up for training, followed by sessions in the pool to aid recovery.
The four-time NBA champion also indulged in a round of golf, a sport he’s increasingly embracing during the offseason, despite a notably unrefined swing. This new hobby hints at LeBron’s evolving interests as he contemplates the final chapters of his career.
At 40 years old, LeBron is confronting the twilight of his playing days, with retirement potentially on the horizon within the next couple of years. His dedication to fitness and recovery underscores a determined effort to extend his time on the court as long as possible.