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LeBron James

Professional basketball player, producer and entrepreneur

Born 1984

LeBron James is an American professional basketball player, producer and entrepreneur whose combination of size, playmaking, scoring and longevity has reshaped the modern NBA. Raised by his mother, Gloria, in Akron, Ohio, he became a national high-school phenomenon at St. Vincent–St. Mary and entered the league as Cleveland's first overall pick in 2003. Across two Cleveland tenures, four seasons with Miami, eight with the Los Angeles Lakers and a new Philadelphia chapter beginning in 2026, James became the NBA's all-time leading scorer, the first player to surpass 10,000 points, rebounds and assists, a four-time champion and four-time league MVP. He led Miami to consecutive titles in 2012 and 2013, fulfilled Cleveland's championship promise in 2016 and won the Lakers' 2020 title. Internationally, he earned three Olympic gold medals, carried the United States flag at Paris 2024 and was named that tournament's MVP. James has also built an extensive public record beyond basketball: he co-founded SpringHill and UNINTERRUPTED with Maverick Carter, starred in and produced screen projects, wrote the children's picture book I Promise, and built the LeBron James Family Foundation's education-and-family support network in Akron. In July 2026, after seriously considering retirement, he signed with the Philadelphia 76ers for a record-extending 24th NBA season; in September he said Tyrese Maxey, Jaylen Brown and the opportunity to help Joel Embiid pursue a championship were central to the move. James called the choice his "last decision" and spoke of beginning the journey "one last time," but the reviewed team, NBA and Associated Press reports did not record a formal final-season or retirement-date announcement.

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ConnectionSavannah JamesHigh-school sweetheart, wife since 2013 and mother of their three children.

ConnectionBronny JamesEldest son and the teammate with whom James made NBA father-son history in 2024.

ConnectionMaverick CarterChildhood friend and long-term business partner across LRMR, SpringHill and UNINTERRUPTED.

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2026

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Explains why Philadelphia became his next NBA challenge
On Mind the Game, James said his bond with Tyrese Maxey, the arrival of Jaylen Brown and the chance to help Joel Embiid pursue his first championship shaped his decision to join the 76ers.
25 Sept 2026Direct podcast account reported by AP
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Brings a youth-focused golf invitational to Akron
The PGA Tour and LeBron James Family Foundation announced a July 2027 event at Firestone Country Club that will connect I PROMISE students with aspiring professionals and mentorship.
25 Aug 2026Official PGA Tour announcement
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Signs with the Philadelphia 76ers for a 24th NBA season
Philadelphia officially signed James after 23 seasons with Cleveland, Miami and Los Angeles; the move begins a fifth NBA team chapter and extends his league longevity record.
27 Jul 2026Official 76ers release
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Executive-produces ESPN's Life in the W
The six-part Uninterrupted docuseries follows A'ja Wilson, Napheesa Collier and DeWanna Bonner through the 2025 WNBA season, with James credited as an executive producer.
9 Jul 2026Official ESPN Press Room release
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Named TIME100 Sports cover star
TIME's inaugural sports list placed James on its cover for a rare interview about longevity, influence, retirement and sharing an NBA court with his son.
9 Jun 2026TIME cover profile
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Details the recovery habits behind season 23
TIME examined James's post-game ice bath, shake and rehydration sequence alongside the sleep habits he prioritizes during the season.
20 Apr 2026TIME health feature
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Joins Anthony Davis for the Foul Play premiere
Warner Bros. Discovery announced James among the athletes and entertainers in Anthony Davis's TBS hidden-camera series, pairing James with Draymond Green in the premiere.
3 Mar 2026Official WBD press release
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Extends his record to 22 consecutive All-Star selections
After missing the opening month with sciatica, James returned and was selected by Western Conference coaches for a record 22nd NBA All-Star berth.
2 Feb 2026NBA/AP selection report
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Explains why Philadelphia became his next NBA challenge

Brings a youth-focused golf invitational to Akron

Signs with the Philadelphia 76ers for a 24th NBA season

Executive-produces ESPN's Life in the W

Named TIME100 Sports cover star

Details the recovery habits behind season 23

Joins Anthony Davis for the Foul Play premiere

Extends his record to 22 consecutive All-Star selections