Lakers' LeBron James Says There's 'No F--k Around Time' in 5-Hour Pre-Game Routine

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James gave some insight into his impeccable work ethic that helped him become one of the greatest players of all time.

During Tuesday's episode of the Mind the Game podcast (38:00 mark), James revealed to his co-host Steve Nash that he arrives at every game five hours before tip-off for an extensive pre-game routine.

"I want to give myself the time to prepare how I know I would like to prepare for a match," James said. "What I do, all my time, there's no fat, there's no f--k around time once I get to the arena."

James explained that his day starts with some lifting in the weight room before immediately doing an on-court workout. He then does "body work" before his recovery process. After that, he begins attacking the matchup mentally by reading the scouting report.

"Pretty much, when that is done, now JJ is coming into the locker room and he's addressing the team, and it's time to go," James said. "... I have a little meal, couple snacks within there, obviously I want to keep my nutrition going and I have to fuel the body because I know what I'm about to do out on the floor. But, that time is occupied."

That unmatched dedication helped James achieve greatness throughout his legendary career, and the 40-year-old is hoping to add a fifth career NBA title this year.

James and the Lakers (48-30) will be in action on Tuesday night against the Oklahoma City Thunder (64-14). He's probably at the arena already.