The Olympic gold medalist found himself on the spot after making a confession about LeBron James’ Career.
Olympic gold medalist Quincy Wilson has found himself in the spotlight after making a surprising confession about NBA legend LeBron James’ career.
The Bullis Track athlete has never been shy about expressing his admiration for the Los Angeles Lakers star, most notably reveling in it during the 2024 Paris Olympic Games.
Wilson, who represented Team USA in the 4x400m relay heats, had the rare opportunity to share the Olympic stage with James, a moment he cherishes deeply.
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He recalled the sheer excitement of being in the same boat as the legendary NBA superstar during the Olympic Opening Ceremony, an experience that left him in awe.
In a recent episode of the Beyond the Records podcast, hosted by fellow American Olympians Rai Benjamin and Grant Holloway, Wilson reminisced about his favorite moment from the summer games.
However, his reflections soon took a worrying turn as he acknowledged the possibility that such a moment might never happen again.
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“It was really cool. Like, that probably won’t- no, I’m not going to say it won’t happen again, but it may not be there with Bron again. That’d be 44,” Wilson stated, as quoted by Essentially Sports.
James, now 40 years old, would be 44 by the time the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics arrive, making his participation highly uncertain.
This statement sparked reactions from his fellow athletes, with Rai Benjamin joking that Wilson might be able to recreate the moment with LeBron’s sons, Bronny or Bryce James.
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However, Grant Holloway took the conversation in a more controversial direction, laughingly suggesting, “He wanted to say Bronny ain’t gonna be—”
Wilson, realizing the implications, quickly interjected, “I did not say that. I did not say that.”
Beyond his admiration for James, Wilson has also tried to embody some of the basketball star’s virtues, particularly his resilience and ability to overcome setbacks.
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This was evident in his response to his unexpected defeat at the hands of Andrew Salvodon at the 2025 VA Showcase, a race that saw a national high school record fall.
Despite the loss, Wilson maintained a positive outlook, emphasizing his ability to bounce back—drawing direct inspiration from his sports hero, LeBron James.
Wilson’s confession about James’ Olympic future has sparked discussions about the longevity of the NBA superstar’s career.
While it remains uncertain whether King James will grace the Olympic stage again, one thing is clear—his impact on young athletes like Quincy Wilson is undeniable.
