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AchievementJune 26, 2003· sport

LeBron James Drafted #1 Overall by Cleveland Cavaliers

LeBron James, who had been dubbed 'The Chosen One' by Sports Illustrated while still in high school, was selected first overall in the 2003 NBA Draft by the Cleveland Cavaliers. His entry into the league was the most hyped in NBA history and began a career that would redefine basketball greatness over the following two decades.