Indisputably wise beyond his years, more confident than his peers, LeBron James lounged comfortably in front of cameras and microphones at a Tokyo hotel on Monday afternoon, gazed at the assembled crowd and uttered one short sentence that reveals the true essence behind his success.

News photoTeam USA's Lebron James carries a savvy and a swagger that defy his young age. One of three co-captains for the Americans at the FIBA World Championship, James believes he and his teammates can win the gold medal. AP PHOTO

"I don't believe in pressure," he said.