The Miami Heat legend talks about the amusing football incident that inspired him to switch to a different sport.

Famed for his tenacity and toughness, Udonis Haslem, a former player for the Miami Heat, recently told a hilarious story about his brief football career. In an episode of the OGs Show, Haslem disclosed how a brutal hit on the field caused him to permanently switch sports. The Heat legend said he played tight end and defensive end in high school and recalled how he initially thrived on the gridiron. He was forced to quit because he chose to keep his ‘business’ intact in the hopes of becoming a su

After the Heat lost to the Denver Nuggets in the NBA Finals, Haslem decided to switch sports and went on to have a storied 20-year career with the team, winning three NBA championships and, most importantly, playing a major role in creating the team’s infamous “Heat Culture.” On July 28, of last year, he announced his retirement.

Uncovering LeBron James’ incredible work ethic, Udonis Haslem It only takes LeBron James and Udonis Haslem to share a court and a ring to reveal details about the four-time NBA champion’s extraordinary work ethic. He made this known during an episode of “The Pat Bev Podcast with Rone.”

Haslem also remembered James’ commitment to honing every facet of his game. LeBron James, in particular, set a high bar for his squad by always challenging himself. Haslem also related an interview in which James assured Haslem that after his colleagues took wage cuts to bring him to Miami, he would make sure they received their money’s worth. This mentality amply illustrates why a lot of people rank James as the best player in NBA history.