The Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton has been endorsed by the Lebron James, the three-time NBA champion and four-time NBA most valuable player.

James said that, he backs Clinton because "she will build on the legacy of my good friend, President Barack Obama.”

"I believe in what President Obama  has done for our country and support her commitment to continuing that legacy," James said.

According to an aide, Clinton will campaign in Ohio on Monday, including in Akron, James' hometown. James will not attend the event.

"There's still a lot of work to be done in Akron, Northeast Ohio, and all across our great country," James said. "We need a president who understands our community and will build on the legacy of President Obama. So let's register to vote, show up to the polls and vote for Hillary Clinton."

"Hillary has always been a champion for children and their futures."  "For over 40 years, she's been working to improve public schools, expand access to health care, support children's hospitals, and so much more."

The basketball star also heralded Clinton for touting affordable college and addressing violence "of every kind, the African-American community is experiencing in our streets and seeing on our TVs."

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