Floyd Mayweather may have hung up his boxing gloves, but the undefeated champion has not abandoned his famously late-night training habits. The 49-year-old fighter simply swapped the boxing ring for the basketball court during an early-morning session in Las Vegas that stretched until dawn.
The boxer with a perfect 50-0 professional record arrived at The Gem of Las Vegas around 2 AM on Friday morning, according to TMZ Sports, which obtained video of the pickup games. The facility operates around the clock, catering to athletes who prefer training during unconventional hours.
Mayweather demonstrated he remains in excellent physical condition despite retiring from professional boxing. Video footage shows him scoring multiple baskets in the paint during competitive games with other players. The session continued for approximately three hours, concluding around 5 AM.
Participants in the early-morning games enjoyed the opportunity to play alongside the boxing legend, sources told TMZ Sports. Mayweather has maintained his reputation as an avid basketball enthusiast throughout his career, frequently appearing courtside at major NBA games across the country.
The retired champion has participated in numerous celebrity basketball games over the years, consistently demonstrating competent skills on the hardwood. His latest appearance at the Las Vegas indoor facility underscores his continued commitment to physical fitness and his preference for late-night athletic activities that characterized his boxing training regimen.
The Gem of Las Vegas provides a venue for basketball players seeking game time at any hour, making it an ideal location for athletes like Mayweather who maintain non-traditional schedules. The 24-hour facility allows players to organize pickup games throughout the night and early morning hours.