LeBron James on whether he will play in 2028 Summer Olympics
LeBron James on whether he will play in 2028 Summer Olympics
During the first decade of his NBA career, LeBron James became a regular member of Team USA men's basketball. He represented the United States in the 2004, 2008 and 2012 Summer Olympics, and he also participated in the 2006 FIBA World Championship (now known as the FIBA World Cup).
He won the gold in 2008 and 2012, although Team USA only came away with a bronze medal in 2004, something James is criticized for to this day. After the United States failed to medal in the 2023 FIBA World Cup, James, along with Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant and other veteran NBA superstars, quickly volunteered to compete in the 2024 Olympics. Thanks to their help, Team USA regained the gold.
There are some who have been wondering if James, who is 40 years of age, may wear the red, white and blue once again in 2028 when the Summer Olympics take place in Los Angeles. But he told Hollywood Reporter that it probably won't happen.
'Nothing has changed. Where we at, man, 2025 right now? (Laughs) Nah, nothing has changed. I mean, if I had to look at it right now through a microscope, I would say that, me being able to support Team USA for the rest of my life — that's for sure. But me actually going on and playing, I don't see it happening.
'I've given everything that I have, and I will always be appreciative and loyal and dedicated to Team USA and USA Basketball.'
In all, James has won three Olympic gold medals. The record for men's basketball is held by Durant, who also took part in the 2016 Summer Games, as well as the subsequent Summer Olympics in Tokyo.
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