LeBron Raymone James Sr., also known as "King James" by his fans, is a professional basketball player who plays for the Los Angeles Lakers as of October 2024. He was selected by the Cleveland Cavaliers in the 2003 NBA Draft as the first pick in the first round. James played with the Cavaliers from 2003 to 2010 before joining the Miami Heat in 2010. He returned to the Cavaliers in 2014 and, on July 09, 2018, signed with the Lakers.
As of October 24, 2024, James has played in a total of 1,493 games, scoring 40,490 points, blocking 1,113 shots, and making 11,013 assists. He became the first NBA player to reach 40,000 points as of October 2024 and is playing his 21st NBA season. His son, Bronny James, is also playing with him after being drafted by the Lakers in June 2024 as the 55th overall pick in the 2024 NBA draft.
LeBron James's Nationality
LeBron James holds American nationality. He has represented the United States in numerous international tournaments, including the Olympic Games in 2004, 2008, 2012, and 2024. He has also appeared in the 2006 FIBA World Championship and the 2007 FIBA Americas Championships. As of October 2024, he has won four Olympic gold medals and two FIBA World Championship bronze medals. He has also won the 2012, 2013, 2016, and 2020 NBA Championships, earning the Finals MVP honors in each. Additionally, he was named NBA Most Valuable Player in 2009, 2010, 2012, and 2013.
LeBron James's Hometown
LeBron James's hometown is Akron, Ohio. He began playing basketball seriously in fifth grade and entered the NBA Draft directly after high school, skipping college. He graduated from St. Vincent–St. Mary High School in Akron, Ohio, after studying for four years, where an arena was later named in his honor.
LeBron James's Birthplace
Lebron James was born on December 30, 1984, in Akron, Ohio, United States, to his mother, Gloria Marie James, when she was only 16 years old at the time. He stayed with the family of Frank Walker, a local soccer coach, who first introduced James to basketball at the age of 9. James's father, Anthony McClelland, was not significantly involved in his son's life due to his background.
FAQs on LeBron James
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