LeBron James

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LeBron James Celebrates Olympic Gold Like a Football Star: You Won't Believe How!

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LeBron's Olympic triumph in Paris took a fun twist with a Neymar celebration! Discover his MVP moments, reactions, and what's next for the basketball legend!

LeBron James has once again made headlines, not just for his incredible skills on the court, but also for adding a dash of football flair to his victory. After helping Team USA secure a thrilling gold medal against France at the Paris 2024 Olympics, LeBron couldn't resist busting out Neymar's iconic celebration. The two sports might seem worlds apart, but both legends understand how to deliver show-stopping performances under pressure. As LeBron raised his arms in triumph, fans were left wondering if a future football career could be on the cards for the basketball king.

What's more notable is that after this Olympic gold, LeBron humbly stated that this medal felt the best of them all. With plenty of experience behind him, he’s now the proud owner of three Olympic gold medals, along with a bronze from the 2004 Summer Games. His leadership qualities shone brightly throughout the tournament, culminating in him being named MVP of the men's basketball event—an accolade that further reinforces his status as one of the greatest to ever play the game.

However, not everyone is thrilled with LeBron's recent achievement. Former NBA star Stephon Marbury took a jab at James, asserting that he didn’t earn the MVP title, suggesting that Steph Curry deserved it instead. This playful banter highlights the competitive spirit still simmering among basketball's elite, even as they share the court at the Olympics. One thing is clear: whether you love him or love to hate him, LeBron James knows how to keep the spotlight on himself!

In the wake of this triumphant run, rumors are swirling about whether LeBron will grace the courts in 2028 when the Olympics hit Los Angeles. Despite his age-defying performances, James remains non-committal, teasing fans and media alike. Did you know that LeBron and Curry actually hail from Akron, Ohio, turning it into a veritable basketball breeding ground? Next time you're shooting hoops, remember that the next great player might just come from your neighborhood!

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LeBron James mimics iconic Neymar celebration after helping Team ... (Goal.com)

LeBron James couldn't help but pull out Neymar's celebration after beating France to win Olympic gold in the men's basketball.

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Lebron James after USA win gold at Paris 2024: 'I don't see myself ... (Firstpost)

LeBron James, NBA's all-time leading points scorer, said this medal felt the best of them all.

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LeBron James Named MVP of Paris 2024 Olympics Men's ... (English Tempo.co)

LeBron James added another feather to his cap after being named the basketball MVP of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.

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USA basketball legend LeBron James confirms he won't play at LA ... (India Today)

LeBron James has admitted that he won't be there when the Olympics comes to Los Angeles after securing the gold medal for the USA at Paris.

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Basketball legend LeBron James 'super humbled' by third Olympic ... (Mathrubhumi English)

Paris: LeBron James said his third Olympic gold felt the best of them all as the NBA's all-time leading points scorer helped the United States beat France ...

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LeBron James wins the MVP of men's basketball at 2024 Olympics (LeBron Wire)

LeBron James was an indispensable part of Team USA men's basketball march to the gold medal in the 2024 Summer Olympics.

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“He didn't earn it”- Stephon Marbury denigrates LeBron James' MVP ... (Sportskeeda)

Stephon Marbury took a harsh stand against LeBron James after he won the 2024 Paris Olympics MVP award over Steph Curry.

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Where is Steph Curry from? Akron, just like LeBron James and other ... (Akron Beacon Journal)

Believe it or not, arguably the two best basketball players of a generation come from the same city — and hospital.

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LeBron James agreed to lead historic Paris Olympics team right after ... (Fox News)

LeBron James won his third Olympic gold medal and his first Olympics MVP award when he led U.S. to gold against France at the Paris Games on Saturday.

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LeBron James wins the MVP of men's basketball at 2024 Olympics (Yahoo! Voices)

This was James' third Olympic gold medal (he also won a bronze medal in the 2004 Summer Games), and even better, he was named the MVP of basketball in this ...

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Will LeBron James Reveals Play Basketball For Team USA in 2028 ... (PINKVILLA)

LeBron James added another Olympic gold medal to his trophy cabinet in Paris and addressed the question of whether he will play in Olympics in 2028 or not.

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LeBron James celebrates his third Olympic gold medal (Insidethegames.biz)

On Saturday, 10 August, the Olympic men's basketball final was held, where the US team led by LeBron James took the gold against France.

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LeBron James Gives 'Avengers' Nickname to Team USA After ... (Bleacher Report)

After leading Team USA to a fifth straight Olympic gold medal, LeBron James revealed the nickname for this year's squad. Following Saturday's 98-87 win ...

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LeBron James has one last 'gift' for Team USA that earns him ... (MARCA.com)

An intense gold medal game on Saturday night came down to the final minutes, but a star-studded Team USA defeated Victor Wembanyama and France at Bercy ...

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LeBron James Channels His Inner Neymar: Soccer Star's Reaction ... (Star Local Media)

After winning gold at the Paris Olympics, Team USA star LeBron James did a celebration that replicated one of Brazil star Neymar's signature celebrations.

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'Wrong player': Former NBA All-Star rips LeBron James' MVP win ... (Hindustan Times)

Third-time gold-winning Olympian LeBron James just sang his swan song at Paris 2024, but this former NBA All-Star is bent on pushing a different agenda.

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Stephen Curry Posts 'Avengers Unite!' Photos with LeBron James ... (Bleacher Report)

Stephen Curry was the hero of the United States' 98-87 win over France in the gold medal game on Saturday, hitting eight threes in total and four in a…

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LeBron James motivated by family in likely his final Olympic Games (Andscape)

Andscape at the Olympics is an ongoing series exploring the Black athletes and culture around the 2024 Paris Games. PARIS – A gold medal-wearing LeBron ...

All of LeBron James's best moments from the 2024 Olympics (NBC Olympics)

LeBron James put an exclamation point on a remarkable Olympic career, winning MVP honors and helping the U.S. capture a fifth straight gold.

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LeBron James rude behavior toward Paris teenager spoils Team ... (MARCA.com)

On Saturday night in Paris, LeBron James was so excited to go celebrate his gold medal with Team USA basketball that he broke character, sparking criticism ...

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LeBron James, Stephen Curry unlikely to play in 2028 Olympics ... (CBSSports.com)

Together, the trio now has eight gold medals in Olympic play, and each is consider among the 15 or 20 greatest players in the history of basketball. However, at ...

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Team USA's LeBron James snaps at boy trying to take his photo in ... (Daily Mail)

One young fan in Paris got a bit too close for LeBron James ' comfort as the Team USA star celebrated his third Olympic gold along the Seine.

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Taylor Fritz, Tommy Paul, LeBron James & an Olympics memory for ... (ATP Tour)

LeBron James is one of the most recognisable people on the planet. If you looked closely at the basketball legend on television during the Opening Ceremony ...

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