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Lebron James Will Co-Star In An Upcoming Film With Kevin Hart

Associated PressDec 6, 2013, 08:53 IST

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LeBron James confirms he'll co-star in movie "Ballers" with Kevin Hart

CHICAGO (AP) - LeBron James is taking his game to the silver screen.

The Miami Heat superstar confirmed reports before Thursday's game against the Chicago Bulls that he will co-star with Kevin Hart in the comedy "Ballers." Hart plays the brother of an NBA star who gets a chance to prove himself at a fantasy basketball camp in Miami.

James says the opportunity to work with Hart was a product of their "friendship" and "mutual respect." He says the role is "something I could relate to, as far as fantasy basketball and guys wanting to be basketball players" who "never had really had the great opportunity to be a professional athlete."