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Paris Olympics: LeBron James to Serve as Flagbearer for Team USA at Opening Ceremony
View Date:2024-12-23 18:26:00
LeBron James will be scoring points on the court in Paris, but he’s got another job, too.
Two decades after joining Team USA’s basketball team, the Los Angeles Lakers superstar will serve as one of the United States flag bearers during the Opening Ceremony at the 2024 Olympics July 26.
“It’s an incredible honor to represent the United States on this global stage, especially in a moment that can bring the whole world together,” LeBron said in a statement from USA Basketball. “For a kid from Akron, this responsibility means everything to not only myself, but to my family, all the kids in my hometown, my teammates, fellow Olympians and so many people across the country with big aspirations. Sports have the power to bring us all together, and I’m proud to be a part of this important moment.”
The 39-year-old, who is competing for the fourth time at the Summer Games, will be the first man and third member of the USA Basketball team to take on the role. Other athletes who’ve had the honor include basketball player Sue Bird in 2020, Michael Phelps in 2016, fencer Mariel Zagunis in 2012 and runner Lopez Lomong in 2008.
LeBron—who won bronze in 2004 and gold in 2008 and 2012—was nominated by teammate Stephen Curry on behalf of this year’s USA Basketball Men’s National Team.
“We understand how much of an honor it is to be in that position and I think Bron’s entire career, on and off the court, speaks for itself as him being worthy of that honor,” the Golden State Warriors player said in a heartfelt video July 22 on YouTube. “He has represented what it means to be excellent both on and off the court in his commitment to service and to uplifting the community in all ways that he knows how has been a lifelong passion.”
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