I was as shocked as most people by the way Orlando manhandled the Cavs in the playoffs. I was also shocked to see the lack of maturity displayed by LeBron James to the media following his team's exit from the playoffs.
It's easy to make irrational decisions when you're frustrated. Let's just hope that when 2010 rolls around, that LeBron re-signs with Cleveland.
LeBron's frustration is understandable. The King definitely needs some princes that have some talent. Mo Williams has been the most hyped player Lebron has had as a teammate recently, and look how he panned out in the postseason. What LeBron did was extraordinary. He led this team to the best record durng the regular season. Cleveland GM Danny Ferry has got to be on the hot seat now, as he needs to give LeBron some reason to be enthusiastic on staying in Cleveland longer than just next season.
I realize Jordan supporters are going to give James grief if he doesnt win an NBA championship next season. After all, it will be Lebron's 7th season, and Jordan won his 1st NBA title in his 7th season. But lets remember, Jordan had Scottie Pippen as a running mate, a player who was voted as one of the 50 greatest players in NBA history. Lets also remember that Jordan was 28 years old when he was a champ, and Lebron is only 24.
It would be good for the game if Lebron stays in Cleveland. I hope James puts himself in the place of that 10 year old kid from Akron who often imitates his hero by mimicking last second shots at a hoop on his driveway.
It's puzzling to me the allure of New York for Lebron. New York is bright lights, big city, yes. But we are talking about basketball, not Broadway.