LeBron James waves to the crowd at the end of an exhibition basketball game between the USA and South Sudan, at the O2 Arena in London, England, July 20, 2024. /AP
Four-time NBA champion LeBron James will be the USA's male flagbearer at the Opening Ceremony for the Paris Summer Olympics on July 26, the American delegation announced on Monday.
At the age of 39, the two-time Olympic gold medalist will be participating in his fourth Olympics.
"It's an incredible honor to represent the United States on this global stage, especially in a moment that can bring the whole world together," James said in a statement.
"For a kid from Akron, this responsibility means everything to not only myself, but to my family, all the kids in my hometown, my teammates, fellow Olympians and so many people across the country with big aspirations," he added.
"Sports have the power to bring us all together, and I'm proud to be a part of this important moment."
His female counterpart, who will also carry the flag on a barge along with boats ferrying all of the teams down the River Seine in front of 300,000 spectators, will be announced on Tuesday.