LeBron James is taking his talents to the pickleball court — sort of.
The Los Angeles Lakers star leads a group of NBA players and businessmen investing in Major League Pickleball, along with Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green and Cleveland Cavaliers forward Kevin Love. Maverick Carter, James’ longtime friend and CEO of their entertainment brand SpringHill Company, SpringHill CMO Paul Rivera and investment firm SC Holdings and Relevent Sports Group co-owner and CEO Daniel Sillman are also among the ownership group, MLP announced Wednesday.
“Having SC Holdings, LRMR Ventures, and their incredible group as owners and investors in Major League Pickleball is not just great for MLP, it’s a watershed moment for pickleball in general,” MLP founder Steve Kuhn said in a statement.