Congrats to Lebron James who was crowned NBA’s 08-09 MVP! Lebron, who is just 24, was an elite defender this season. James claimed the league MVP, receiving the award in the gym where he first became a star. Surrounded by friends and family on the grounds of his alma mater, St. Vincent-St.Mary High School, James says this is one of the biggest days of his life.

“I’m 24 years old and I’m receiving this award, I never thought it would happen this fast,” he said, standing under three state title banners he helped win for the Fighting Irish. “I never dreamed about being MVP, but if I said I didn’t enjoy this award I’d be lying. Hard work pays off and dreams do come true.”

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ESPN reports that James is the first Cavaliers player to win the award. He averaged 28.4 points, 7.6 rebounds and 7.2 assists this season, his sixth as a pro. He also finished second in voting for defensive player of the year, making him perhaps the league’s most dominant two-way player since Michael Jordan.

Along with a trophy, James was given a new car, which he donated to a local charity.

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