The meeting between the two teams is set to take place in Brazil this weekend, and emotions are expected to be at a high regardless of what both teams are saying. James spoke briefly about the matchup during an interview. Hit the jump for details.
NBA: Chris Bosh Reveals He Hasn’t Spoken To LeBron & Gives Cold Answer About Seeing Him Again
While most of the world was waiting for LeBron James free agency decision, his teammate Chris Bosh was waiting as well. Bosh made it clear that he wanted to continue playing with James on the Miami Heat and LeBron’s decision would weigh heavily on what he decided to do. Well LeBron ditched the Heat and decided to return home to the Cleveland Cavaliers leaving Bosh high and dry (if you call an over $100 million contract high and dry) and Bosh appears to still be taking it personal.
NBA: With New TV Deal LeBron James Could Break Michael Jordan’s Record & Make $34 Million In a Season!
While some thought he might bolt again, it became clear that LeBron James only signed a two-year deal with the Cleveland Cavaliers because he anticipated the NBA’s new TV deal and the subsequent rise in the salary cap. Of course it was a very smart decision as the NBA signed a nine-year, $24 billion deal with ESPN and Turner effective in 2016. While the following official cap numbers are not yet available it has been estimated that the cap will jump to $84 million for the 2016-17 season. As the league’s best player James is expected to get a significant contract, one that could break the record.
(Video) NBA: Check Out The Cleveland Cavaliers Pre-Season Introduction Video
This video truly makes me, a die hard Knicks fan, excited to see LeBron James’s return to Cleveland. Set to Jeezy’s “Put On”, the hype video is really cool. Hit the jump for details.
(Video) Sports: It Runs In The Family! LeBron’s Son Makes Half Court Shot With One Hand
The apple doesn’t fall too far from the tree! LeBron Jr. hit a difficult shot from the half court, and he’s only 10-years old. Hit the jump for details.
NBA: Dwyane Wade Responds to Ray Allen Going to Cavs & Says They’re Trying To Duplicate Miami
Though it’s not official yet, there are numerous reports that Ray Allen will sign with the Cleveland Cavaliers. That would team him up with LeBron James, Mike Miller and James Jones who were all apart of the Miami Heat team that won the NBA Championship in 2012. With LeBron leading the charge and everyone following along, Dwyane Wade says they’re trying to recreate that championship team.
