LeBron James can jump approximately 40 to 44 inches vertically. His vertical leap is reported to be north of 40 inches, which is well above the NBA average that is typically in the high 20s. Some sources cite his vertical jump record as high as 44 inches
. This impressive leap allows LeBron, who is 6-foot-8 and weighs around 250 pounds, to perform spectacular dunks and blocks with apparent ease. His jumping ability is a result of a combination of strength, power, mobility, stability, and flexibility, along with a strong core and explosive leg power
. In comparison, other NBA greats like Michael Jordan and Wilt Chamberlain had vertical leaps around 46-48 inches, slightly higher than LeBron's but LeBron's jump is still among the highest in NBA history
