VIDEO: LeBron James' New Nike Ad Will Give You Chills
By Andy Loughmiller
LeBron James has been thriving with the Los Angeles Lakers this season, but just because he's gone Hollywood, doesn't mean he's forgotten any of his roots. The veteran superstar was featured in Nike's latest advertisement, and it is a must-watch for NBA fans who want to relive all 17 years of his glory days.
17 years ago @nike took a chance on a kid from Akron. And 17 years later this ? has given me the ability to provide opportunities for my 1400 kids in Akron so that one day NOTHING is left to chance. They will KNOW that a kid from Akron is something special‼️?? #ThekidfromAKRON?? pic.twitter.com/WFqi6nZLc7
— LeBron James (@KingJames) December 19, 2019
The video chronicles James' journey from a kid in Akron to his emergence as a transcendent athlete. He places emphasis on the I Promise elementary school that he opened in his hometown, and how he is now in a position to make sure that other children don't have to endure the same hardships he faced growing up.
This inspiring ad will give chills to anyone who has followed his career.
Love the game. And the ones who play in it. ❤️?
— Nike Basketball (@nikebasketball) December 19, 2019
While it is virtually impossible for anyone to replicate what James has been able to accomplish on and off the court, that doesn't mean he can't give hope to others and motivate them to reach a similar position in their lives in which they can give back.
It remains super cool to take a look back at how far LeBron has come over the years, and Nike would be hard-pressed to find a better, stronger athlete to associate with.