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Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James will be the male flag bearer for Team USA at the Olympics, which will have its opening ceremony Friday evening in Paris, officials announced on Monday. A female flag bearer is expected to be named later this week.
James debuted for Team USA at the Olympics in 2004. That team had arguably its most disappointing showing ever, losing three games, including a 19-point loss against Puerto Rico. The team managed to salvage a bronze medal, but it was the first time since professional players were allowed to participate in the Olympics that the U.S. did not claim a gold medal in men's basketball.
James returned to the Olympic roster four years later to join what was known as the"Redeem Team," as the Americans won all eight contests by double figures en route to a gold medal.
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