LeBron James is one of the greatest players in NBA history and one of the most popular athletes in the world. Moreover, heās been a regular face in the Olympics before, yet heās nowhere to be found in Tokyo 2020.
Most casual fans would tune in to watch Team USA and witness The King leading their nation to the podium once again, and some will be quite disappointed to know that this time, he wonāt take part in the festivities.
But, whatās happening? Why isnāt LeBron James with Team USA for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics? Wasnāt he called up? Will he retire? Or was he just tired? Whoāll take his place? Worry no more, as weāre going to answer all those questions shortly.
Why Isnāt LeBron James Playing For Team USA In The Tokyo 2020 Olympics?
As you may know by now, LeBron James isnāt getting any younger. Heās 36 years old and has been playing at the highest level for the past 18 years, so, he needs to get some time off just like anybody else.
The King nursed a high-ankle injury towards the end of the season with the Los Angeles Lakers and will need some months to heal and get back to full strength. Also, heās been quite busy with Space Jam: A New Legacyās release.
Who Will Replace LeBron James In The Tokyo 2020 Olympics?
While Team USA didnāt exactly name one player to be LeBron Jamesā replacement, the roster for the Olympic Games is pretty stacked and goes as follows:
Bam Adebayo (Miami Heat)
Devin Booker (Phoenix Suns)
Kevin Durant (Brooklyn Nets)
Jerami Grant (Detroit Pistons)
Draymond Green (Golden State Warriors)
Jrue Holiday (Milwaukee Bucks)
Keldon Johnson (San Antonio Spurs)
Zach LaVine (Chicago Bulls)
Damian Lillard (Portland Trail Blazers)
JaVale McGee (Denver Nuggets)
Khris Middleton (Milwaukee Bucks)
Jayson Tatum (Boston Celtics)
