15 Facts About LeBron James
#14 Coincidence?
Many critics state that LeBron James decided to use the #23 as his jersey as a comparison to Michael Jordan. Some might call this pompous, others might call it an honor.
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15:
2,000 Points
LeBron has a few "youngest player" records in the NBA. One of them is scoring 2,000 points in a single season. This was done in the 2004-2005 season.
14:
Coincidence?
Many critics state that LeBron James decided to use the #23 as his jersey as a comparison to Michael Jordan. Some might call this pompous, others might call it an honor.
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Favorite Beats
James is known to listen to Jay Z a lot. He shares this choice with millions of people around the world.
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Favorite Subject
In elementary school, LeBron's favorite subject was art. He would always bring home his projects to be put up. Maybe this is what helps him with the creative shots he takes sometimes.
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Nicknames
In high school he was known as "The Chosen One" for his amazing skill on the court. He has proven that he definitely has game.
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Number 1 Pick
On the day of the 2003 draft, the question was "who is getting drafted first?" Carmelo Anthony and LeBron James were the top picks, with James winning.
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Famous Birthday?
This NBA player shares his birthday with Tiger Woods. Don't be fooled though, Woods is 9 years older. They were born December 30th.
8:
Breaking Barriers
In 2008, LeBron James was the first African-American man to be featured in the cover page of Vogue.
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Punishment or Aid?
LeBron's high school coach made him do 10 push ups every time he would curse. Maybe that was his secret to such an amazing body.
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Sacrifices
Although money was tight in his family, his mother tried to give him everything when he was younger. Even though they lived in a government subsidized apartment his senior year of high school, his mom managed to take out a loan to give him a Hummer for his 18th birthday.
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First Dunk
It was in 8th grade, during a teachers vs. students game. He got the ball on a breakaway and was surprised to find himself hanging from the rim.
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Back-up Plan
In high school, LeBron played some football and was great as a wide receiver. He put in 700 yards playing this position, but his junior year he decided to concentrate on basketball instead.
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Ambidextrous
We all have seen this great player shoot and make layups with his right hand. What you might not have known is that he eats and writes with his left hand. Talk about talent.
2:
Funny Guy
In 2007, LeBron agreed to host an episode of "Saturday Night Live." This just goes to show that he is not all business.
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Joining the Greats
LeBron James and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar are the only two players that have been awarded an MVP award twice before the age of 25. This is a great accomplishment to even get once.
