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LeBron James’ Adorable Mid-Interview Exchange With Mom Goes Viral


LeBron James reminded fans why he's not just a basketball legend but also a devoted son. During a recent appearance on the Mind the Game podcast with host Steve Nash, LeBron's phone rang mid-recording, and it was his mom. His warm, thoughtful reaction instantly went viral, showing that even in the middle of work, family always comes first. Fans loved seeing this human side of the Lakers star.

While recording the podcast, LeBron's phone buzzed, revealing a call from his mother, Gloria James. The 38-time All-Star paused the conversation, smiling as he picked up. "Mom, I'm shooting a podcast, I'll call you back later, love you!" he said, showing genuine care. Before ending the call, he reminded her to "stay warm."

Podcast host Steve Nash even teased the idea of Gloria joining the show in the future, saying, "You're going to be our guest soon." The interaction was lighthearted and heartfelt, giving listeners a glimpse into the King's life beyond basketball and media appearances.

Fans were quick to react to the clip, flooding social media with admiration. One fan wrote, "Moms always come first! This is what it means to make the right choice." Another joked about the relatability of the situation, adding, "Family calling mid-recording is the most relatable content from a guy averaging 20.4 PPG in his 23rd season." Many fans stressed how the moment was a reminder that even global superstars value the simple, everyday phone call with loved ones.

The clip struck a chord with netizens because it showed a rare, real moment from LeBron. Even with the pressure of being one of the most watched athletes on the planet, he didn't hesitate to pause and take care of his mom. Fans loved seeing this side of him, leaving comments like, "The universal law: Even the King pauses the pod for the parental call. Guess the only thing more mandatory than a triple-double is calling your mother back."

Originally reported by Rishabh Shandilya on Mandatory.

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