Lebron James (1984-...), is a star forward for the Miami Heat of the National Basketball Association (NBA). James stands 6 feet 8 inches (2.03 meters) tall and weighs about 260 pounds (118 kilograms). His unusual combination of speed and power makes James one of the most unique and gifted players in NBA history. James is an outstanding scorer, playmaker, and defensive player. He was selected the NBA’s Most Valuable Player and was named to the all-defensive first team for the 2008-2009 and 2009-2010 seasons.
James was born on Dec. 30, 1984, in Akron, Ohio. He gained a national reputation while playing for St. Vincent-St. Mary High School in Akron. The Cleveland Cavaliers selected James as the first pick in the 2003 NBA draft. He was named the NBA Rookie of the Year for the 2003-2004 season. In the 2006-2007 season, James led Cleveland to the team's first conference championship in franchise history. James led the NBA in scoring for the 2007-2008 regular season with a 30-point average. He starred on the United States national team that won the gold medal at the 2008 Olympic Games. James signed with the Miami Heat following the 2009-2010 season.
Shooting Stars (2009) is a memoir about James's basketball career. James and his high school teammates were the subjects of the documentary More Than a Game (2009).