LeBron James was chosen by his friends inside the USA Olympians to be the nation’s flagbearer for the Paris Olympics Opening Ceremonies. James is the primary male basketball participant to be chosen for this honor.
James joins Sue Chook and Daybreak Staley as basketball gamers to be given this honor. That is James’ fourth Olympics for Group USA.
“It is an unimaginable honor to signify the USA on this world stage, particularly in a second that may convey the entire world collectively,” James stated in a press release.
“For a child from Akron, this accountability means all the things to not solely myself, however to my household, all the children in my hometown, my teammates, fellow Olympians and so many individuals throughout the nation with massive aspirations. Sports activities have the facility to convey us all collectively, and I am proud to be part of this necessary second.”