A King's Reign
A King's Reign is an in-depth series all about the life, career and impact of LeBron James. More than a dozen journalists from The Athletic detail the highs and lows of LeBron's basketball life.
LeBron James' Basketball Future
In the final episode of A King's Reign, Sam Amick and Jovan Buha discuss what they expect from LeBron James and the Lakers this upcoming season, and how the rest of LeBron's career may play out.
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The Basketball Evolution of LeBron James
In Episode 10 of A King's Reign, Dave DuFour, Seth Partnow and Mo Dakhil go all the way back to LeBron James' first NBA game and fast forward to today - analyzing how LeBron has evolved as a basketball player over time.
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LeBron's School and Activism
In Episode 9 of A King's Reign, Joe Vardon analyzes how LeBron James has differentiated himself from Michael Jordan by diving head first into political debates. And Joe details one of LeBron's greatest achievements - his family foundation and the I Promise... more
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The Bubble Title
In Episode 8 of A King's Reign, Sam Amick and Joe Vardon - two reporters who covered the Bubble from inside the Bubble - dive into all the wild, dramatic, emotional moments from the entire Bubble experience, including LeBron James and the Lakers' title run.
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Rom-Com LeBron with Bill Hader and Judd Apatow
In Episode 7 of A King's Reign, Bill Hader and Judd Apatow trade stories from what it was like working with LeBron James as a comedic actor in the 2015 comedy Trainwreck. Then, The Athletic's Richard Deitsch details how LeBron has fueled ratings and engagement... more
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LeBron, Steph and the Cavs 2016 Title
In episode 6 of A King's Reign, Jason Lloyd details how the Cavaliers got LeBron James back to Cleveland, Joe Vardon on the epic Cavs 2016 title, and then Marcus Thompson and Zena Keita with a deep dive into the history of the LeBron James-Steph Curry rivalry.
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Best LeBron James Memes with No Dunks
In Episode 5 of A King's Reign, LeBron James' life on and off the court has been documented on so many social media platforms. The iconic No Dunks crew details the 20 best LeBron memes including the Banana Boat, Taco Tuesday and I Can't Believe This Is My... more
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Interview with Erik Spoelstra
In Episode 4 of A King's Reign, David Aldridge speaks one-on-one with Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra about LeBron James' years in Miami: the harsh spotlight, how the team became a villain, and ultimately the successful pursuit of winning two NBA... more
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Dan Le Batard on LeBron's Miami arrival + the Mavs 2011 Title
In episode 3 of A King's Reign: Zach Harper is joined by Meadowlark Media's Dan Le Batard to discuss the huge impact of LeBron James' arrival in 2010 on the city of Miami and the unprecedented spotlight on the team. Then Dave DuFour and Tim Cato details the... more
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Interview with Coach K + young LeBron goes off against Detroit
In Episode 2 of A King's Reign: James Edwards III details the moment a young LeBron James broke through in the playoffs in the biggest way, scoring 25 straight points against the Detroit Pistons in the 2007 ECF Game 5. Then Joe Vardon analyzes the long arc of... more
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LeBron James before the hype
In Episode 1 of A King's Reign: Joe Vardon charts LeBron's rise from an interesting local high school player to a generational basketball prospect. Then Joe, The Athletic's Jason Lloyd and Tom Withers from the Associated Press discuss all the amazing moments... more
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