Lebron james brief biography of sirens

LeBron Raymone James Sr. Nicknamed " King James ", he is widely regarded as one of the greatest basketball players of all time, and is frequently at the center of debates regarding the sport's all-time best, often being compared to Michael Jordan. James grew up playing basketball for St. Mary High School in his hometown of Akron, Ohio. He was heavily touted by the national media as a future NBA superstar for his all-around scoring, passing, athleticism and playmaking abilities.

After his fourth season with the Heat in , James opted out of his contract and returned to the Cavaliers. In , he led the Cavaliers to victory over the Golden State Warriors in the Finals by coming back from a 3—1 deficit , delivering the team's first championship, ending the Cleveland sports curse , and winning his third Finals MVP.

Off the court, James has earned further wealth and fame from numerous endorsement contracts. He was among Time ' s most influential people in the world in , , , and — the most selections for a professional athlete. He has been a part-owner of Liverpool F. James was born on December 30, , in Akron, Ohio , to Gloria Marie James, who was only 16 at the time of his birth.

James began playing organized basketball in the fifth grade. Mary High School , a private Catholic school with predominantly white students. As a 6-footinch 1.

As a child, he

Mary varsity basketball team. Mary played at the University of Akron 's 5,seat Rhodes Arena to satisfy ticket demand from alumni, fans, as well as college and NBA scouts who wanted to see James play. In , during the summer before his junior year, James was the subject of a feature article in Slam magazine in which writer Ryan Jones lauded the year-old James, who had grown to 6 feet 7 inches 2.