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When he was born
Lebron James born on December 30, 1984 in Akron, Ohio, showed an early talent for basketball and continued to shine on the court throughout high school. -
His early years
At an early age, he showed a natural talent for basketball. James was recruited by St. Vincent-St. Mary High School to join their basketball team in 1999. -
Career with the Cleaveland Cavaliars
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.