LeBron James can add yet another accomplishment to his extensive résumé — the Lakers superstar was just revealed as a flag bearer for the 2024 Paris Olympics … becoming the first Team USA men’s basketball player to receive the honor.
King James — who was nominated by Stephen Curry and the rest of the national team — got word of the selection on Monday … and he said it’s something he isn’t taking lightly.
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“It’s special in the fact that you get an opportunity to represent your country in another fashion,” Bron said.
“I understand how prestigious this moment is … it will live on forever.”
James joins women’s hoopers Dawn Staley and Sue Bird, who were selected for the gig in 2004 and 2021, respectively.
Aside from being a four-time champion and the NBA’s all-time leading scorer, James also has two Olympic gold medals from the 2008 and 2012 Games … as well as a bronze from 2004.
The Olympics Opening Ceremony is slated to go down on Friday … with thousands of athletes traveling in boats down the River Seine. LeBron and Co. will be introduced second to last … a traditional spot for the next host country.
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