LeBron James was featured on the cover of Sports Illustrated at 17.
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LeBron appeared on Sports Illustrated in 2002 as a 17-year-old high school star, reflecting extraordinary early hype. He entered the NBA in 2003 and became one of the most statistically accomplished players in league history.
🤯 "LeBron James was featured on the cover of Sports Illustrated at 17 — “The Chosen One” before homeroom."