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LeBron James has long fancied himself the greatest player of all time, a title he has often defended. Yet, even as he placed himself at the apex of the sport, he professed discomfort with the responsibilities that accompany being the face of the NBA. This contradiction raises eyebrows; for someone who has claimed the moniker "The Chosen One" and dubbed himself "King" for two decades, his reluctance to embrace the role seems disingenuous.
LeBron's comments suggest he didn't seek the spotlight or the scrutiny that comes with it. Yet, this narrative conflicts with his behavior — from flaunting his "Chosen One" tattoo as a teenager to strategically aligning himself with elite teammates at critical junctures in his career.