Four years of anger, resentment and disappointment has turned to rejoice in the city of Cleveland. After a four year hiatus, LeBron James has decided to return to the team he spent the first seven years of his career playing for. The state of Ohio ' s son is returning home.
At one point they burned his jersey on the streets of Cleveland. Dan Gilbert called him a coward in the media. Now all is forgiven as LeBron attempts to bring Cleveland their first professional sports championship since 1964. For so long the Ohio State Buckeyes have been the only winner in the state. LeBron is returning with the intentions of changing that.
LeBron returning to Cleveland will cause a domino affect on the free agent market. The Cavaliers now instantly become an intriguing destination for free agents around the NBA. Mike Miller and Ray Allen could join him in Cleveland. Both men helped LeBron in his quest to back-to-back titles in Miami.
The city of Miami has no valid reason to be bitter over LeBron ' s decision. After four years and two championships I'd say they come out of this entire ordeal as winners.
Pat Riley isn't used to getting snubbed this time of year. The future of the Miami Heat is uncertain. Dwayne Wade may not have what it takes to carry a team. That part of his career is over. LeBron ' s departure leaves Miami with the cap space available to sign a max free agent.
Cleveland is now a 4-1 favorite to win the 2015 NBA Championship. Kyrie Irving and company have some work to do. The power has shifted in a wide open conference.
Four years ago the relationship between LeBron and
Dan Gilbert seemed tarnished forever. For these two men to put their differences aside for the better of Cleveland as a city showed high character on both parts.
Johnny Manziel is now the second biggest name in Cleveland. He lost that title before ever stepping foot on an NFL field.
Only a king can generate that kind of respect.
No comments:
Post a Comment