Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James may belong to the old guard of NBA legends, but he has adapted well to the new age of television and social media throughout his 22-year career so far.

Los Angeles Lakers superstar small forward LeBron James is 40 years old. He's the oldest active player in the NBA and has been in the league since 2003. However, you would not have known James was in year 22 by simply watching him play.

James is now the oldest and youngest NBA player to receive votes for MVP, a true testament to his consistency, longevity, and durability over 22 seasons. According to James, the secret is all in his head and involves outthinking the enemy over trying to outmuscle or outrun them during games.

Los Angeles Lakers' star LeBron James, Bronny James and Luka Doncic are among the NBA players with the most Instagram followers.

Alexander, fresh off his 2025 MVP win, faces accusations of flopping during Game 1 against the Minnesota Timberwolves, drawing comparisons to LeBron James. Despite scoring 31 points, a perceived exaggerated fall after contact sparked criticism from fans online.

The 2020s are becoming the new golden era for international basketball players. While there were certainly foreign-born stars in the NBA in previous decades, international players - especially big men - have reigned supreme over the league in recent years.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has been voted the 2024-25 NBA MVP, according to ESPN, and obviously, that means Nikola Jokić was not. Whether Jokić or Gilgeous-Alexander was the proper choice was a matter of intense debate throughout the season,