LeBron James is a professional basketball player widely regarded as one of the greatest in the sport's history. Born on December 30, 1984, in Akron, Ohio, he gained national attention as a high school star at St. Vincent-St. Mary High School. LeBron was selected as the first overall pick in the 2003 NBA Draft by the Cleveland Cavaliers. Throughout his career, LeBron has played for the Miami Heat, Cleveland Cavaliers, and Los Angeles Lakers. He has won four NBA championships and has been named the NBA Most Valuable Player (MVP) four times. Known for his versatility, LeBron excels in scoring, passing, and rebounding.