LeBron James could have sat out the final two Olympics however the NBA’s all-time main scorer is all for making a return to the worldwide stage with USA Basketball on the 2024 Paris Video games, based on a number of experiences on Monday.
Citing unnamed sources, ESPN stated James is amongst a variety of prime gamers who’re all for competing in Paris whereas The Athletic stated the Los Angeles Lakers ahead has already referred to as a number of stars in a bid to recruit them.
James has not performed for Group USA since he received a gold medal on the 2012 London Olympics.
The 38-year-old James, a three-time Olympian and two-time gold medallist, reached out to Kevin Durant, amongst others, and the 2 gamers are viewing the Paris Video games as a “final dance” with USA Basketball, sources informed The Athletic.
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In keeping with The Athletic, James has additionally spoken to Stephen Curry, Anthony Davis, Jayson Tatum and Draymond Inexperienced, who’re all ready to commit as properly.
Curry has by no means represented the US at an Olympics however ESPN stated the NBA’s all-time chief in three-pointers has expressed an curiosity in enjoying for Steve Kerr, his Golden State Warriors coach.
James’ push to recruit gamers began properly earlier than the US misplaced within the bronze medal sport of the recently-concluded FIBA Basketball World Cup and his resolution was not associated to that staff’s outcome.