Not $1.2 billion — LeBron James’ post-retirement priorities will melt every NBA fan’s heart

LeBron James might be a billionaire athlete with a resume full of basketball accolades, but when it comes to his future, his biggest investment is far from his businesses or money. The Los Angeles Lakers legend has explicitly shared that he prioritizes his family over anything.

While the four-time NBA champion and all-time leading scorer could easily chase billion-dollar ventures after retirement, he’s made it abundantly clear that his heart lies closer to home. For James, the post-retirement chapter won’t be defined by corporate power moves; rather, he will chase moments with the people who helped him chase greatness.

LeBron James is grateful for having a wonderful wife and kids

LeBron James does not miss a chance to credit his family for being the backbone of his success.

And now, as the curtain slowly begins to draw on his legendary career, the Lakers superstar is already shifting his priorities. He opened up about his post-retirement plans during an episode of his Mind the Game podcast, he shared a heartfelt moment that offered fans a rare glimpse behind the curtain.

“I have the luxury of having [an] unbelievable wife and help around the household to where they allow me to be able to use all my time while I'm playing the game,” LeBron shared, showering praise for Savannah James.

“When I'm done playing the game, that time—priority number one—will be my wife. It would be my wife, my kids.”For years, James’ grueling NBA schedule demanded singular focus, body maintenance, training, recovery, and endless travel. But he never lost sight of what mattered most. “I just thank them for allowing me to have me as priority number one while I've had this profession,” he said gratefully. “And I know it's not always been...roses...but

they've allowed me to make myself priority number one...It's only right I give that back when I'm done.

”James, the husband and father, is ready to pour back into the people who poured astonishing support for his career spanning over two decades. Despite having a net worth that exceeds $1.2 billion, according to Forbes, it’s not the riches that excite him most, it’s reconnecting with what he calls the “process” of life.“It's been amazing. I've definitely...picked the right woman,” James said about Savannah. “The kids have come along, and they've...accepted the fact of what I wanted to accomplish, and I've tried to just pour into them when I have the ability...do the things that I can as a father.”James has achieved astounding NBA accolades throughout his career alongside enormous fortune, but for him, his family means more than anything.

“I’ve always wanted to be as great as I could be,” he added. “I didn’t know what the end result was...but I knew my passion for wanting to be great.”In his next chapter, one where being a full-time husband and father will be the ultimate reward. As LeBron puts it, “My reward was the process.”Also Read: LeBron James just revealed a childhood secret that explains everything about his rise to NBA greatnessCertainly, James does not have to work in any other venture after his retirement, as he has already created a stunning fortune.