Moments from LeBron James' career (33 images)

NBA icon LeBron James began his basketball career after he was drafted in high school, and now has three NBA championships under his belt. James recently shared videos of peaceful protests following the death of George Floyd and hosted the "Graduate Together" special ceremony for 2020 graduates. Here's a look back at his career through the years.

St. Vincent-St. Mary High School senior LeBron James (L) drives around a Zanesvuille defender in Akron, Ohio, on February 14, 2003. James is expected to be the No. 1 pick in the NBA draft. A couple months later, the Cleveland Cavaliers coach was suspended because James worked out with the team before he graduated from high school. Photo by Tom Cammett/UPI

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James slam dunks the ball against the Denver Nuggets in Cleveland, on November 5, 2003. The Cavaliers lost 93-89 in their home opener. Photo by Scott R. Galvin/UPI

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James keeps the ball from Charlotte Bobcats guard Gerald Wallace in Charlotte, N.C., on November 18, 2004. Earlier that year, James was chosen as Rookie of the Year and named to the National Basketball Association All-Rookie Team. Photo by Nell Redmond/UPI

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Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant (R) reaches in for the steal from James in Los Angeles on January 12, 2006. The Lakers defeated the Cavaliers 99-98. Photo by Jim Ruymen/UPI

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