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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “LeBroning” is a rare card of the Memes World series 76, number 22511 of the collection, and the 4th best-known meme of its 298 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “LeBroning” meme mean?
LeBroning spoofs the basketball flop, that habit of collapsing at the slightest touch to draw a foul. The performance is deliberately over the top, with a yelp, a roll on the floor and a wounded face, even though the other person barely moved. People reach for it to laugh at overreactions, to tease a theatrical player, or to stage a quick comedy bit. The fun lies in the gap between almost no contact and wildly acted pain.
Where does the “LeBroning” meme come from?
The word was already circulating in 2010 as a jab at LeBron James’s playing style. In June 2012 a supercut of his flops appeared, and in May 2013 the NBA fined him 5,000 dollars under its anti-flopping policy. The earliest known Vine clip dates to May 30, 2013, when a user named Ronnie drops in a school hallway after a light brush. On January 7, 2014, parodies spread across Vine and Instagram under the hashtag #LeBroning. BuzzFeed covered the trend on January 12, and sports outlets followed. On June 5, 2014, during Game 1 of the NBA Finals, James left the court with cramps, and the hashtag took off again on Twitter that night.
- May 2013The NBA fines LeBron James 5,000 dollars for flopping.
- May 30, 2013Earliest known Vine clip, filmed in a school hallway.
- January 7, 2014Parodies multiply under the #LeBroning hashtag.
- June 5, 2014James leaves Game 1 of the Finals with cramps and the hashtag resurfaces.
How to use the “LeBroning” meme
- Drop to the floor in a hallway after barely brushing a friend.
- Comment on a dramatic fall by a player during a basketball or soccer match.
- Reply to someone blowing a small annoyance out of proportion.
- Film a short clip of yourself collapsing at the lightest breeze.
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The “LeBroning” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 22511 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Rare |
| Collection | Memes World series 76 |
| Fame | 68/100 · #4 of 298 |
| Recycle value | 10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny) |
How to get the “LeBroning” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; LeBroning comes out of the Memes World series 76 as a rare card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.
Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 10 MemeCoins.
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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details
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Frequently asked questions
What is LeBroning?
It is a video parody in which someone falls theatrically after minimal contact, like a basketball player faking a foul. The name comes from LeBron James.
Where did LeBroning come from?
The word circulated in 2010, Vine clips appeared in 2013 and the hashtag exploded in January 2014. Know Your Meme dates the earliest known video to May 30, 2013.
Was LeBron James really fined for flopping?
Yes. According to Know Your Meme, the NBA fined him 5,000 dollars in May 2013 for violating its anti-flopping policy.
How are the 2014 cramps connected?
In Game 1 of the NBA Finals on June 5, 2014, LeBron James left the court with cramps. Social media users revived #LeBroning that evening.
How do I get the LeBroning meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “LeBroning” is a rare card of the Memes World series 76. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the LeBroning card?
It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Know Your Meme — LeBroning · checked on October 18, 2026.
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