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LeBron James Height — How Tall is LeBron James?

LeBron James

6'9"(206 cm)
Athlete·American·Age 41

LeBron James is an American professional basketball player known for his size, athleticism, and long NBA career.

Very tall31 cm above the global average for men (5'9").

Height source: NBA profile · Verified 2026-06-28

LeBron James Height — Quick Facts

Height (ft)6'9"
Height (cm)206 cm
Height (m)2.06 m
Height (inches)81"
CategoryAthlete
NationalityAmerican

LeBron James Height vs Average

How does LeBron James's height of 6'9" compare to real-world averages?

ComparisonHeightDifference
LeBron James6'9" (206 cm)—
Global average (men)5'9" (175 cm)+31 cm
USA average (men)5'9" (176 cm)+30 cm
Average athlete6'1" (185 cm)+21 cm
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Celebrities with Similar Height to LeBron James

These celebrities are within a few centimetres of LeBron James's height of 6'9".

Kevin Durant

6'11" / 211 cm

Giannis Antetokounmpo

6'11" / 211 cm

Luka Doncic

6'7" / 201 cm

Michael Jordan

6'6" / 198 cm

Kobe Bryant

6'6" / 198 cm

Dwayne Johnson

6'5" / 196 cm

Frequently Asked Questions about LeBron James's Height

How tall is LeBron James?

LeBron James is 6'9" tall, which equals 206 centimetres, 2.06 metres, or approximately 81 inches. This measurement is sourced from NBA profile and was last verified on 2026-06-28.

Is LeBron James tall?

LeBron James is considered very tall. They stand 31 cm above the global average for men (5'9"), placing them well above the 85th height percentile in most countries. Height is often an asset in professional sport, and elite athletes generally trend taller than the general population.

What is LeBron James's height in cm?

LeBron James's height is 206 cm. To convert to feet and inches: divide 206 by 2.54 to get 81 total inches, then divide by 12 to get 6'9". To express in metres, divide by 100: 2.06 m.

How does LeBron James's height compare to the average?

The global average height for men is approximately 5'9" (175 cm). LeBron James at 6'9" (206 cm) is 31 cm taller than the worldwide average. Compared to the US average of 5'9" (176 cm), LeBron James is 30 cm taller.

What is LeBron James's height in feet and inches?

LeBron James's height in feet and inches is 6'9". This is the standard way to express height in the United States and the United Kingdom. In the metric system, the same height is 206 cm or 2.06 metres.

How can I compare LeBron James's height visually?

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