LeBron James, basketball star of the US team, was chosen by his teammates to be the male flag bearer for the US team in the opening ceremony. This is the first time a male basketball player has received this honor, previously only two female players, Dawn Staley (Athens 2004) and Sue Bird (Tokyo 2021), have been selected.
He shared: “Representing America on this global stage is a great honor. This responsibility is not only meaningful to myself, but also to my family, the children in my homeland, teammates and many people across the country”.
Stephen Curry, basketball star and first-time Olympic participant, nominated James for the role on behalf of the US team. “We understand this honor and Bron’s entire career, both on and off the field, has proven him worthy of it,” said Curry. What you did said it all.”
James has participated in the Olympics three times before and took home two gold medals (Beijing 2008 and London 2012) and a bronze medal (Athens 2004). Every time he participates, James leaves a strong impression and affirms his position in the world of basketball.
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The opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics will take place on the Seine River, with thousands of athletes parading on boats, past the Eiffel Tower. This will be a unique and unprecedented opening ceremony in Olympic history. The parade route is 6 kilometers long with about 320,000 guests expected to watch from both sides of the river, which Olympic officials estimate will be watching on television around the world.
James and the American men’s basketball team, the defending four-time champions, will begin play on Sunday, against Serbia in Lille, France.
Being chosen as the flag bearer for the US team is no small honor for James. Sarah Hirshland, CEO of the US Olympic and Paralympic Committee, said: “Being chosen by his teammates to carry the flag is a tremendous honor, a testament to LeBron’s passion for the US team and dedication his for this sport”.
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James, a global icon, four-time NBA champion and the highest scoring player in league history, is entering his 22nd NBA season.
The US team is expected to march last, before France – the host country – closes the ceremony.
The American men’s basketball team, led by James and other stars, not only aims to defend the championship but also carries the pride and responsibility of representing the country on the biggest playground. planet.
