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LeBron James featured on TIME's first top-100 most influential athletes list

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 2:13 PM

Last updated Jun 9, 2026

LeBron James featured on TIME's first top-100 most influential athletes list
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LeBron James appears on the cover of TIME's inaugural list of the top-100 most influential figures in sports, recognized as the 'Athlete of the Century.' The list includes notable athletes across various categories, such as Icons, Titans, Innovators, and Leaders. Alongside James, the Icons section features Lionel Messi, Caitlin Clark, and Shohei Ohtani. TIME elaborated on the selection process, emphasizing the unifying power of sports in engaging global audiences. This recognition adds to James' notable achievements and presence in both sports and philanthropy.

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  • •LeBron James named 'Athlete of the Century' on TIME cover.
  • •TIME's list features 100 influential figures across sports categories.
  • •Icons section includes Lionel Messi, Caitlin Clark, and Shohei Ohtani.
  • •TIME emphasizes sports' role in bringing together global audiences.
  • •LeBron continues to be a significant figure in philanthropy and activism.
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  • 2:13 PMYahoo Sports — LeBron James graces cover of TIME's first-ever list of the top-100 most influential figures in sports
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LeBron James was dubbed the "Athlete of the Century" on TIME's cover.

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