The Finish Line Is In Sight

As if the hype surrounding LeBron James and NBA Free Agency wasn’t enough, King James is taking it to a whole ‘nother level.  No, I’m not talking about his new twitter account.  I’m talking about an ESPN Special to air Thursday night during which he will announce where he’s going to play.

My first reaction was to channel my inner John McEnroe and scream as loud as I can…YOU CANNOT BE SERIOUS.  But as I heard more about the concept, I started to like it for a number of reasons:

  1. We finally have a definitive answer to when the curtains will close on this drama and can take solace in knowing the end is near. 
  2. LeBron went straight to the pros from high school so he never had a chance to announce his choice for college like other stars.  He’s earned the right to make this choice on national tv.
  3. Apparently the deal with ESPN includes the right for LeBron’s reps to sell sponsorships for the show, with the proceeds going to the Boys and Girls Clubs of America.  No matter what you think of the whole process, you must admit that’s a pretty good idea.

Until then, of course, the speculation continues.  And just because LeBron will talk Thursday, doesn’t mean we’ll know what’s up with Dwyane Wade, Chris Bosh and others.  Perhaps they’ll get in touch with the networks and hold their own shows as well.

THERE IT IS!

-Jake Stevens

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2 Responses to “The Finish Line Is In Sight”

  1. Robert Security Systems, said:

    Lebron James once called the Savior of Cleavland has now become the black sheep of the family. The city of Cleavland put all of their hopes and dreams on this 25 year old, who simply wants to win now. Looking at the Cleavland Caviler’s players, Lebron didn’t have much of a choice if he wanted to get back to the finals. The Boston Celtics dropped the Cavilers in five games. Orlando beat them last year to go to the finals against LA. Given that there was no improvement in the teams roster, Lebron really stood no chance of getting back to the finals any time soon. So in a word, I give Lebron a break on his decision to leave Cleavland for Miami.

  2. Heat Shirts, said:

    It’s stupid how sick the Heat are. LeBron is going to show these fools what is it to be dominated! We going for 3 rings and I dont even care!!