Legends of Their Sports: Mikhail Mozgov Hails Ovechkin and LeBron as Living Monuments

The 38-year-old champion of the National Basketball Association (NBA) during the 2015/2016 season with the Cleveland Cavaliers, Russian player **Timofey Mozgov**, praised the captain of the National Hockey League (NHL) team Washington Capitals, his fellow countryman **Alexander Ovechkin**, as well as his former teammate and four-time NBA champion **LeBron James**.

«Ovechkin and LeBron are living legends. As the saying goes, ‘I have erected a monument to myself not built by human hands.’ There are certain individuals worthy of being honored while still alive, and that’s quite rare. Two legends, two powerhouses. Without extraordinary talent, they wouldn’t have achieved what they did. Moreover, their strong work ethic is crucial. You can’t go far without it—responsibility, respect for the craft, the sport, and their dedication,» Mozgov’s words were quoted by TASS.