LeBron James was only 18 years old when he was selected by the Cleveland Cavaliers in the 2003 NBA Draft. He went straight to NBA after high school.
Born in Ohio in 1984, LeBron James garnered national attention as the top high school basketball player in the country.
Overall, James scored 2,657 points, 892 rebounds and 523 assists during his four years at St. Vincent-St. Mary High School.
With his impressive record, it was no surprise that James was the first player picked in the 2003 NBA Draft. The Cleveland Cavaliers signed the powerful young forward, and he proved to be a valuable addition to the then-struggling franchise.
In latest buzz, the King is prepared to take his final bow in Cleveland. Months of turmoil over the Cavaliers’ front-office and roster decisions have led LeBron James to the brink, and he is “100 percent leaving” when his contract is up at the end of this season. Find out more at New York Post.
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