NBA Trainer Leaves Sophie Cunningham Stunned With Revelation About LeBron James, Steph Curry’s Training Schedule

Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham expressed disbelief after learning about the load management and pre-scheduled rest days enjoyed by NBA superstars like LeBron James and Stephen Curry. During an episode of the No Hesitation podcast, NBA skills trainer Drew Hanlen revealed that top-tier NBA players often map out their rest days months in advance of the season to prepare for deep postseason runs.

Cunningham questioned the fairness of the disparity in player health management between the NBA and WNBA. She contrasted the NBA's pre-scheduled rest with the Indiana Fever's grueling late-season schedule under head coach Stephanie White, which includes high-intensity, two-hour practice sessions as the team battles for a top-four playoff seed.