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LeBron on winning AP Male Athlete of the Year: 'Umm thank you'

Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports

Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports

There is no question that LeBron James is the best basketball player on earth. He has the stats and titles to back that assertion up. Is he the greatest athlete in the world?

I can think of at least one person who would argue he isn’t.

However, the Associated Press believed LeBron was deserving, and made him the third basketball player to be named male athlete of the year since 1931.

It’s a pretty remarkable achievement, and LeBron took the time accept the award via his Instagram account.

He wasn’t entirely aware of the award or it’s prestige, but LeBron is thankful and that’s what’s important.

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