"The game needs you" - Steph Curry wholeheartedly welcomes LeBron James to golf after mimicking his swing

LeBron James has dabbled in his latest hobby this offseason, sharing glimpses of his golf game on social media. Steph Curry welcomed him to the sport by mimicking his swing.

During his preparations for the 2025 American Century Championship, the Golden State Warriors superstar impersonated James' viral swing. He also delivered a message for "The King," saying he hoped James was in for the long haul.

"Unbelievable impersonation of my guy Bron's follow-through in the golf swing," Curry said. "But we all want to welcome LeBron James to the world of golf because the game needs you, big fella."

LeBron James went viral last week when a clip of him playing golf was shared on social media. James didn't have the best stance and swing and will hope to improve on those aspects as he familiarizes himself with the sport.

Unlike Steph Curry, who has been playing since he was 10, golf is a new hobby for "The King." Curry is not the only NBA figure participating in the 2025 American Century Championship. He'll be joined by Austin Reaves, Alex Caruso, Vinny Del Negro, Ray Allen, Dell Curry, Zach LaVine, Grant Hill, Seth Curry, Kyle Lowry, Vince Carter and Charles Barkley.

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Gilbert Arenas not convinced by LeBron James' golf swing

After opting into the final year of his contract with the LA Lakers, LeBron James was linked to a potential trade. One of the rumored destinations was Cleveland, though "The King" would later deny wanting to return to his hometown team.

In a post on X, Gilbert Arenas questioned James' decision to play golf in Cleveland this offseason. Arenas made fun of the Lakers star's swing while also pointing out that he should stick to video games.

"One, nobody golfs in Ohio, okay?" Arenas said. "Yeah, you only got one golf course in the top 200. Ain't nobody going there, okay? Two, we seen your swing. Ni**a, you don't golf, okay? That's not what you do, you play video games."

Arenas added that there's more to James spending Fourth of July in Cleveland and wearing a "Welcome Home" cap.