LeBron became famous because he can ball better than any high schooler in America. When he was a junior in high school, Sports Illustrated put him on their cover, calling James "The Chosen One." Since then, he has become as well known a basketball player as any collegiate or pro athlete who has ever played the game. His games were televised on ESPN and pay-per-view -- a first in high school hoops ever. This forward is the most sought after kid to declare himself eligible for the draft after high school graduation.

LeBron James is basketball's next legend. The prototype rags-to-riches story, he's as marketable as Jordan and is causing more hypethan any high school athlete to ever declare for the pros. Ever.LeBron rubs shoulders with the who's who of the celebrity and basketball world, while still a senior in high school at the ripe age of 18.