About LeBron James
LeBron Raymone James Sr. (born December 30, 1984) is an American professional basketball player for the Los Angeles Lakers of the National Basketball Association (NBA). Widely regarded as one of the greatest players in NBA history, James is often compared to Michael Jordan in debates over the greatest basketball player of all time.
He has won four NBA championships, four NBA MVP awards, four NBA Finals MVP awards, and two Olympic gold medals. James holds the NBA record for career points and is the only player in NBA history to accumulate at least 40,000 points, 10,000 rebounds, and 10,000 assists.
Off the court, James has achieved significant wealth and fame from numerous endorsement contracts. He has also been featured in books, documentaries, and television commercials. He is a prominent philanthropist, notably through the LeBron James Family Foundation and its "I PROMISE" program, which supports at-risk youth in his hometown of Akron, Ohio.
Career Highlights
2003 NBA Draft
Selected 1st overall by the Cleveland Cavaliers, marking the beginning of an extraordinary career.
First NBA Championship (2012)
Led the Miami Heat to his first NBA title, defeating the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Bringing a Title to Cleveland (2016)
Ended Cleveland's 52-year championship drought, overcoming a 3-1 deficit against the Warriors.
Lakers Championship (2020)
Secured his fourth NBA title and fourth Finals MVP with the Los Angeles Lakers.
NBA All-Time Scoring Leader
Surpassed Kareem Abdul-Jabbar to become the NBA's all-time leading scorer.
I PROMISE School
Opened the I PROMISE School in Akron, Ohio, providing at-risk youth with education and support.
Key Career Statistics
| Category | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Points | 40,474+ | NBA All-Time Scoring Leader |
| Rebounds | 11,185+ | Top 25 All-Time |
| Assists | 10,958+ | Top 5 All-Time |
| Steals | 2,279+ | Top 10 All-Time |
| Blocks | 1,173+ | |
| NBA Championships | 4 | 2012, 2013 (MIA), 2016 (CLE), 2020 (LAL) |
| NBA MVP Awards | 4 | 2009, 2010, 2012, 2013 |
| Finals MVP Awards | 4 | 2012, 2013, 2016, 2020 |
*Stats are approximate and current as of early 2024. They continue to grow.
Media Gallery
Iconic Dunk
Championship Celebration
Passing the Ball
Post-Game Interview
I PROMISE Event
Game Winner
MVP Trophy
Family Moment