If you follow basketball, luxury, or the world of high-end watches, you’ve probably heard the buzz about LeBron James latest collaboration. The basketball icon has teamed up with Swiss watchmaker Richard Mille to create something truly spectacular—a limited-edition timepiece inspired by the Los Angeles Lakers. It’s a bold statement that reflects both James’ championship mindset and his sharp style off the court.
This isn’t just any watch. The RM 65-01 Split-Seconds Chronograph LeBron James edition takes the Lakers’ legendary purple and gold and transforms it into an eye-catching wristwatch priced at a staggering $405,040. Limited to just 150 pieces worldwide, this timepiece is as exclusive as it gets. But the price and scarcity aren’t what make it special—it’s the story behind it, the craftsmanship, and the personal touches LeBron insisted on that truly set it apart.
LeBron worked hand-in-hand with Richard Mille to ensure every detail shouted Lakers pride. The vibrant yellow strap and middle case, crafted from Quartz TPT—a signature material known for its durability and futuristic appeal—mirror the Lakers’ iconic gold. Purple accents appear on the hour markers and the ring around the dial, while his own signature is etched on the caseback in the same royal purple hue. Even the crown is detailed with green touches, and teal highlights punctuate the chronograph markers, creating a dynamic blend of colors that’s anything but subtle.
Underneath that colorful exterior is the genius engineering Richard Mille is famous for. The RM 65-01, which debuted in 2020, is no ordinary chronograph. It’s a skeletonized marvel housing over 600 components and took five years to perfect. The watch runs on the automatic-winding RMAC4 caliber, showing hours, minutes, and seconds, along with a split-seconds chronograph and counters that measure up to 12 hours. It operates at a lightning-fast 36,000 vibrations per hour, offering precision and performance worthy of a sports superstar.
Richard Mille has been making waves with athlete collaborations lately—F1 driver Charles Leclerc just unveiled his own RM 72-01, paying homage to Monaco. The RM 65-01 has already found celebrity fans too. Pharrell Williams auctioned off his signed edition last year for $375,000, hinting at the type of collectors’ fervor these watches inspire.
If you’re dreaming of owning one, know this: availability is limited, and these watches sell fast at Richard Mille boutiques worldwide. But even if you don’t snag one, the collaboration between LeBron James and Richard Mille represents something bigger—a fusion of athletic excellence, luxury innovation, and unmistakable style that’s impossible to ignore.
