LEBRON JAMES wasn’t going to take any risks with the Los Angeles Lakers’ new in-season tournament floor.

On Tuesday, before the Lakers’ in-season tournament battle against the Memphis Grizzlies, the NBA’s all-time leading scorer was observed pre-game testing every inch of the parquet.

Starting with the 2023-24 season, the NBA will establish an in-season tournament, which means that new courts will be built each time a dedicated game is played.

The Lakers’ home stadium, Crypto.com Arena, has yellow and purple striped hardwood, a departure from the lighter usual hue.

James entered the court early in the pre-game, surveying the situation by dragging and squeaking his shoes over the floor.

He’s seen walking the length of the floor from baseline to baseline in the 56-second footage broadcast by ESPN and the Lakers.

Everything was well after his permission.

Fans on social media made light of the weird footage.

One person wrote, “LeExtra.”

“He’s making sure Anthony Davis doesn’t slip,” said another.

Another person added, “Finding where to flop.”

Another said, “Next level veteran move to inspect the new floor.”

Checking the floor before the game may have helped to the Lakers’ 134-107 victory against the Grizzlies.

In the win, the future Hall of Famer had 16 points, nine rebounds, and six assists.

Unfortunately, LeBron and the Lakers’ three-game winning run was snapped the following day during a back-to-back against the Sacramento Kings.

Despite this, the four-time NBA champion put up a 28-point triple-double at the age of 38.

James is still going strong in his 21st season, averaging 24.6 points, 8.6 rebounds, and 6.1 assists per game through 11 games.

The King and the 6-6 Lakers will play the 3-8 Portland Trail Blazers in another in-season tournament matchup on Friday night.