145 Fun Facts About LeBron James That Will Fascinate

LeBron James has thrilled basketball fans for over two decades with incredible plays, clutch moments, and big-hearted community work.

This kid-friendly list packs quick facts about his life, career, records, and fun extras.

Whether you’re new to hoops or a superfan, there’s something here to make you say “wow.”

Origins & Early Life

1. LeBron Raymone James Sr. was born on December 30, 1984 in Akron, Ohio.
2. He grew up primarily with his mother, Gloria James, in Akron.
3. He began playing organized basketball in local youth leagues as a child.
4. He also played youth football and loved the wide receiver position.
5. He attended St. Vincent–St. Mary High School in Akron.
6. His high school team nickname was the Fighting Irish.
7. He writes and eats left-handed but shoots a basketball right-handed.
8. He is listed at about 2.06 m tall (6 ft 9 in).
9. His wingspan measures about 2.13 m (7 ft 0 in).
10. He earned the nickname “King James” as a teenager.
11. He played AAU basketball with close friends from his hometown.
12. He became a nationally known athlete before his senior year.
13. As a prep star he often sold out large arenas for high school games.
14. He developed a powerful, fast style of play even as a teen.

High School & Draft

15. He led St. Vincent–St. Mary to three Ohio state championships.
16. He was named Ohio Mr. Basketball three times in high school.
17. He was selected as a McDonald’s All American in 2003.
18. He won the 2003 McDonald’s All American Game MVP.
19. He entered the 2003 NBA Draft straight out of high school.
20. He was selected first overall in the 2003 NBA Draft.
21. The Cleveland Cavaliers used the first pick to select him.
22. He signed his first NBA contract at age 18.
23. He scored 25 points in his NBA debut on October 29, 2003.
24. He won the 2003–04 NBA Rookie of the Year award.
25. He averaged over 20 points per game as a rookie.
26. He joined a celebrated draft class that included Dwyane Wade, Carmelo Anthony, and Chris Bosh.
27. He wore number 23 with the Cavaliers in his first stint.
28. He quickly became the face of the franchise in Cleveland.

NBA Career Timeline & Teams

29. He played for the Cleveland Cavaliers from 2003 to 2010.
30. He joined the Miami Heat in July 2010 as a free agent.
31. He played with the Miami Heat from 2010 to 2014.
32. He returned to the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2014.
33. He played with the Cavaliers from 2014 to 2018 in his second stint.
34. He signed with the Los Angeles Lakers in 2018.
35. He has played with the Lakers from 2018 onward.
36. He wore number 6 during his Miami years.
37. He switched back to number 23 when he returned to Cleveland in 2014.
38. He wore number 23 with the Lakers initially.
39. He switched to number 6 with the Lakers for the 2021–22 season.
40. He returned to number 23 with the Lakers in 2023.
41. He has played small forward, power forward, and point guard roles.
42. He made the All-Star team in his age-39 season in 2024.

Record-Breakers & Milestones

43. He became the NBA’s all-time leading scorer on February 7, 2023.
44. He reached 40,000 regular-season points in March 2024.
45. He is the all-time playoff scoring leader as of 2024.
46. He has the most combined points in regular season and playoffs as of 2024.
47. He holds the record for most consecutive games with double-digit points as of 2024.
48. He is the first player with 40,000 points, 10,000 rebounds, and 10,000 assists.
49. He became the youngest to reach 30,000 regular-season points in 2018.
50. He became the youngest to reach 10,000 points in 2008.
51. He became the youngest to reach 20,000 points in 2013.
52. He surpassed 10,000 regular-season assists in 2023.
53. He has recorded over 100 career triple-doubles as of 2024.
54. He ranks in the top five all time for career assists as of 2024.
55. He ranks in the top ten all time for career steals as of 2024.
56. He has the most points in NBA All-Star Game history as of 2024.
57. He has the most All-NBA team selections in league history as of 2024.

Scoring & Efficiency

58. He has averaged over 25 points per game across his career as of 2024.
59. He has shot around 50% from the field across his career as of 2024.
60. He recorded a career-high 61 points in a single game in 2014.
61. He has scored 50 or more points in multiple regular-season games.
62. He won the NBA regular-season scoring title in 2008.
63. He has made over 2,000 career three-pointers as of 2024.
64. He has scored at least 30 points against every NBA franchise.
65. He has recorded 50-point games for three different franchises.
66. He has scored more than 2,000 points in a season multiple times.
67. He has made game-winning shots at the buzzer in both regular season and playoffs.
68. He scored 29 of his team’s final 30 points in a 2007 playoff classic.
69. He scored 45 points in Game 6 of the 2012 Eastern Conference Finals to force a Game 7.
70. He scored 51 points in Game 1 of the 2018 NBA Finals.
71. He hit eight three-pointers during his 61-point game in 2014.
72. He scored 40 or more points in games at age 39, showing remarkable longevity.

Playmaking & Versatility

73. He led the NBA in assists in 2020.
74. He has multiple seasons averaging over eight assists per game.
75. He has played point guard for extended stretches of seasons.
76. In 2019–20 he averaged a league-leading 10.2 assists per game.
77. He has recorded triple-doubles in both regular season and NBA Finals.
78. He has started games at all five positions during his career.
79. He is the only player top ten all time in both points and assists as of 2024.
80. He has multiple 15-assist playoff games.
81. He has delivered no-look and full-court passes in competitive games.
82. He is one of the few forwards ever to lead the league in assists.
83. He has averaged at least 25 points, seven rebounds, and seven assists in more than ten seasons.
84. He reached 10,000 career rebounds in 2022.
85. He reached 10,000 career assists in 2023.
86. He has multiple seasons averaging at least eight rebounds per game.

Defense, Athleticism & Training

87. He made the NBA All-Defensive First Team five times.
88. He made the NBA All-Defensive Second Team once.
89. He delivered a famous chasedown block in Game 7 of the 2016 NBA Finals.
90. He has guarded every position from point guards to centers during his career.
91. He emphasizes conditioning to handle heavy minutes deep into seasons.
92. He has logged over 50,000 regular-season minutes as of 2024.
93. He has averaged more than one steal per game across his career as of 2024.
94. He has averaged more than 0.5 blocks per game across his career as of 2024.
95. He has recorded multiple seasons with at least 100 steals.
96. He has recorded multiple seasons with at least 50 blocks.
97. He often uses a pregame chalk toss ritual at the scorer’s table.
98. He uses recovery habits like ice baths and stretching to stay fresh.
99. He combines forward size with guard skills to initiate offense from the perimeter.
100. He has worn protective masks in games after facial bumps to the face.

Playoffs & Finals

101. He has appeared in 10 NBA Finals.
102. He reached the NBA Finals eight straight times from 2011 through 2018.
103. He won NBA championships in 2012, 2013, 2016, and 2020.
104. He won NBA Finals MVP in 2012, 2013, 2016, and 2020.
105. He is the first player to win Finals MVP with three different franchises.
106. He is the all-time leader in NBA playoff wins as of 2024.
107. He is the all-time leader in NBA playoff minutes as of 2024.
108. He has the most triple-doubles in NBA Finals history as of 2024.
109. He averaged a triple-double across the 2017 NBA Finals.
110. He led the Cavaliers from a 3–1 deficit to win the 2016 NBA Finals.
111. He made the iconic late Game 7 chasedown block in the 2016 NBA Finals.
112. He has the most playoff buzzer-beaters in NBA history with five as of 2018.
113. He has more than 25 playoff triple-doubles as of 2024.
114. He has scored 30 or more points in over 100 playoff games as of 2024.
115. He ranks top five all time in postseason assists and rebounds as of 2024.

All-Star & Awards

116. He won the NBA Most Valuable Player award four times.
117. He won MVP in 2009, 2010, 2012, and 2013.
118. He has been selected to the NBA All-Star Game 20 times as of 2024.
119. He became the first player named an All-Star 20 times in 2024.
120. He served as All-Star captain six times from 2018 to 2023.
121. He has been an All-Star in the 2000s, 2010s, and 2020s.
122. He owns the record for most All-NBA selections as of 2024.
123. He has been named All-NBA First Team more than a dozen times.
124. He was named to the NBA 75th Anniversary Team in 2021.
125. He has earned many Player of the Month awards during his career.
126. He has earned many Player of the Week awards during his career.
127. He finished in the top five of MVP voting in many seasons.
128. He won All-Star Game MVP in 2006, 2008, and 2018.
129. He has earned All-NBA selections with the Cavaliers, Heat, and Lakers.
130. He became the first player to reach 20 All-NBA selections in 2024.

Off-Court: Family, Philanthropy, Business & Pop Culture

131. He married Savannah Brinson in 2013.
132. He has three children named Bronny, Bryce, and Zhuri.
133. His family has deep roots in Akron, Ohio.
134. He founded a charitable foundation focused on education and community support.
135. He helped open the I PROMISE School in Akron in 2018.
136. He has funded scholarships for students from his hometown.
137. He appeared in the feature film Space Jam: A New Legacy in 2021.
138. He made a memorable cameo in the 2015 comedy Trainwreck.
139. He co-founded a media company that produces films and series.
140. He has invested in food and sports businesses during his career.
141. He has participated in popular talk shows and podcasts about sports and culture.
142. He has millions of followers across major social platforms as of 2024.
143. He has hosted community events in Akron for families and kids.
144. He has supported voter participation and civic engagement initiatives.
145. He continues to mentor younger players entering the league.

Quick FAQ

How tall is LeBron James?
About 2.06 m (6 ft 9 in).

How many NBA titles does he have?
Four.

When did he become the NBA’s all-time leading scorer?
February 7, 2023.

What teams has he played for?
Cleveland Cavaliers, Miami Heat, and Los Angeles Lakers.

Does he have Olympic gold medals?
Yes, two gold medals from 2008 and 2012.