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Closing Shot: King James Arrives

LeBron James entered the NBA Draft 20 years ago straight out of high school, a generational talent who has since held court throughout his career, putting up big numbers in basketball and business.

Twenty years ago, LeBron James graced the NBA Draft stage and shook hands with Commissioner David Stern as the Cleveland Cavaliers’ No. 1 pick. The wide smile and the pure white suit etched a moment that marked the beginning of a quintessential career. One year after being hailed as the &ldqu...

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