LeBron named Sports Ilustrated's Sportsperson of the Year

Basketball player LeBron James has been chosen as Sports Illustrated's Sportsperson of the Year, becoming the second athlete to win the award twice. James edged out Usain Bolt, Michael Phelps, Premier League champions Leicester City, among others. James had led his team Cleveland Cavaliers to the 2016 NBA title and was named NBA Finals Most Valuable Player (MVP).