LeBron James Basketball Challenge: Test Your Skills with FIBA

FIBA shared a social media challenge featuring LeBron James on April 4, 2026.

The post, which recorded 625 likes and 5 comments, prompted followers by asking, How many tries will this take you?

International Competition Record

James has a long history of representing the United States in FIBA-sanctioned events. In the Paris 2024 Men’s Olympic Basketball Tournament, James appeared in six games, averaging 14.2 points, 6.8 rebounds, and 8.5 assists per game, with an efficiency rating of 23.5.

His international experience extends back to the 2004 Olympic Games, where he averaged 5.4 points, 11.6 rebounds, and 6.6 assists over eight games. He later competed in the 2006 World Championship for Men, appearing in nine games and averaging 14.1 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 4.1 assists.

In 2007, James participated in the FIBA Americas Championship for Men/Olympic Qualifying Tournament, where he played 10 games and averaged 18.1 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 4.7 assists. He followed this with appearances in the 2008 Olympic Games, averaging 15.5 points per game, and the 2012 Olympic Games, where he averaged 13.3 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 5.6 assists over eight games.

Professional Career Background

Standing 6 feet 8 inches tall, James played high school basketball in Ohio before entering the NBA. He was first drafted by the Cleveland Cavaliers.

In his first NBA game, James scored 25 points. He spent the early part of his career with the Cavaliers before leaving the team in 2010 to play for the Miami Heat.

Beyond his on-court play, James has remained active in sports media. On February 28, 2026, a video featuring James and Steve Nash was shared on TikTok.