In a historic moment at the Paris Olympics, LeBron James became the first male basketball player to carry the Olympic flag for the USA. Fans quickly took to social media to give the Los Angeles Lakers star a fitting new nickname.

Following the opening ceremony, James took to Instagram to share a photo of himself and tennis sensation Coco Gauff proudly carrying the USA flag as the participating nations paraded on boats down the river Seine. The post went viral, and fans flooded the comments section with two popular nicknames: "Captain LeMerica" and "LeCaptain America."

These nicknames, inspired by the beloved comic book character and superhero Captain America, reflect James' role as the flag bearer and his effort to bring back international basketball honor to the USA. The American team's fourth-place finish in the 2023 FIBA World Cup has fueled doubts about their dominance on the world stage. However, with James leading the charge, hopes are high that Team USA can reclaim their status as the best in the world.

It's worth noting that the flag bearers for the nation were selected through a vote conducted by the 592 participating USA athletes. James' selection as the flag bearer truly represents the esteem in which he is held within the Olympic community.

As the basketball tournament gets underway, all eyes will be on James and his teammates. Their goal is clear: to win gold and prove to the world that they are still the dominant force in international basketball.

LeBron James has already left an indelible mark on the NBA and now, with this historic honor as the USA's Olympic flag bearer, he is solidifying his status as one of the greatest athletes of his generation. "Captain LeMerica" or "LeCaptain America" - whichever nickname sticks, it is a testament to James' immense talent and the pride he brings to representing his country on the global stage.

As fans eagerly await the outcome of the Paris Olympics basketball tournament, there is no doubt that LeBron James will continue to inspire and lead his team with the determination to bring home the gold medal.