LeBron James on playing at Boston: 'I love a little adversity'

[Dragic4Life]

ESPN Article (http://espn.go.com/nba/story/_/id/11870740/lebron-james-relishes-return-boston-cleveland-cavaliers)


LeBron James is going back to the place where he played the last game of his first stint with the Cleveland Cavaliers. And he couldn't be happier.

James left the Cavaliers for Miami shortly after Cleveland lost to the Boston Celtics in six games in the 2010 Eastern Conference semifinals. James had a triple-double in Game 6 at TD Garden -- putting up 27 points, 19 rebounds and 10 assists -- but he also missed 13 of his 21 shots and had nine turnovers as the Cavs lost by nine.

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On his way to the visitors' locker room after the game, James pulled off his Cavs jersey in what became a video that's been played on loop ever since.

He's since exorcised those Boston demons, beating the Celtics in a must-win Game 6 in the 2012 East finals, putting up 45 points, 15 rebounds and five assists on the parquet to propel the Heat to a seven-game series victory and an eventual NBA title over the Oklahoma City Thunder.

With James' second go-round with the Cavaliers just getting underway, he sounds excited about a return trip to Beantown.

"Their fans know the game of basketball, they appreciate the game of basketball, and I love a little adversity," James said after practice Thursday. "They're one of the best at creating adversity, so it should be fun."

The Cavs (3-3) play the Celtics (3-4) on Friday night. James has averaged 30.1 points in 36 career games against Boston, his highest scoring average against any opponent. He knows the Celtics faithful will be ready to greet him in their unique way.

"Oh yeah, you hear them," James said. "They have their own slang and twang. I know, obviously, being a part of that. And also just shooting a TV show ["Survivor's Remorse"] where [the main characters are] from Boston. So I know all about it."
Lebron James with that GOAT mentality, just what I want to see. This mindset will win him a few more rings trust me.

[HomieWeMajor]

Forget game 7 this is some real adversity right here. If he performs tonight we might be seeing this game on NBATV for years to come. :bowdown:

[STATUTORY]

:facepalm loved the adversity so much he took his talents to south beach

[MMM]

Hope the Celtics can bounce back and surprise after a horrendous home loss to the Thunder.

[Dragic4Life]

:facepalm loved the adversity so much he took his talents to south beach
He went to Miami as a favour to help his best friend Wade win a few more rings before he (Wade) fades into obscurity.

Tbh you could count going to there as the ultimate adversity, because the whole world was against Lebron and he had to win. In my mind he overachieved in Miami.

[ArbitraryWater]

Just a little though, not too much

[Beastmode88]

He went to Miami as a favour to help his best friend Wade win a few more rings before he (Wade) fades into obscurity.

Tbh you could count going to there as the ultimate adversity, because the whole world was against Lebron and he had to win. In my mind he overachieved in Miami.

LOL first day back and you're putting up bs. :facepalm

[poido123]

ESPN Article (http://espn.go.com/nba/story/_/id/11870740/lebron-james-relishes-return-boston-cleveland-cavaliers)


Lebron James with that GOAT mentality, just what I want to see. This mindset will win him a few more rings trust me.


LeBron "greener pastures" James loves adversity?


:roll:

[Dragic4Life]

LOL first day back and you're putting up bs. :facepalm
The pressure after the Decision was the biggest any athlete has ever faced in any sports. Lebron was EXPECTED to win rings, and he did just that. And not to forget how insanely overrated Wade and Bosh was.

So how my post "bs"?

[DonDadda59]

Every time he facrs adversity he runs away to another city to form a new handpicked super team.

[Dragic4Life]

Every time he facrs adversity he runs away to another city to form a new handpicked super team.
handpicked superteam eh?

http://wagesofwins.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/kobe-malone-shaq-payton-174979_480_art_R0.jpeg
http://www.nbacircle.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/LA-Lakers-2012-2013-Roster.jpg

[Beastmode88]

The pressure after the Decision was the biggest any athlete has ever faced in any sports. Lebron was EXPECTED to win rings, and he did just that. And not to forget how insanely overrated Wade and Bosh was.

So how my post "bs"?

He put the pressure on him when he made "The Decision". When did anyone hate Lebron before he left for Miami. The way he made his leave for Miami was the biggest slap in the face as a professional. Had to broadcast a television special to announce where he was going and didn't have the decency to tell management before leaving.

Lebron was expected to win rings in cause he promised Miami 8+ rings after colluding with 2 all stars. And what happened? He choked in the finals to dirk and a bunch of All stars. Don't give me that bs on how he deferred everything to D Wade. Alphas take over the game, he did not. As for Lebron being the GOAT lol.... Thats another joke.

[Dragic4Life]

He put the pressure on him when he made "The Decision". When did anyone hate Lebron before he left for Miami. The way he made his leave for Miami was the biggest slap in the face as a professional. Had to broadcast a television special to announce where he was going and didn't have the decency to tell management before leaving.

Lebron was expected to win rings in cause he promised Miami 8+ rings after colluding with 2 all stars. And what happened? He choked in the finals to dirk and a bunch of All stars. Don't give me that bs on how he deferred everything to D Wade. Alphas take over the game, he did not. As for Lebron being the GOAT lol.... Thats another joke.
His PR team screwed up with the whole Decision episode, nothing to do with Lebron.

He did not promised 8 rings, different context. And 2011 was a learning experience for Lebron, without that loss he would never have won his 2 repeat rings in that dominant fashion, so I'm glad Dirk kicked our butt that year.

And until Lebron retires, we can never predict whether he end up GOAT or not, so get off my back.

[ballup]

Only a little adversity, not a challenge.

[Beastmode88]

His PR team screwed up with the whole Decision episode, nothing to do with Lebron.

He did not promised 8 rings, different context. And 2011 was a learning experience for Lebron, without that loss he would never have won his 2 repeat rings in that dominant fashion, so I'm glad Dirk kicked our butt that year.

And until Lebron retires, we can never predict whether he end up GOAT or not, so get off my back.

Wow the damage control from you is unreal. His "PR team" is the reason why he's hated? He had no say in the Decision? :facepalm He couldn't say no and just fire their asses? I guess his PR team screwed up his 8 ring expectations as well (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BrqXDEPu6v8). Definitely sounds a lot like hubris to me after the collusion.

When you say "our butt" are you speaking for Miami Heat or are you speaking for Bandwagoning Lebron fandom? :lol Cause Lebron was the reason why "you guys" lost not Wade/Bosh.

[Kvnzhangyay]

Wow the damage control from you is unreal. His "PR team" is the reason why he's hated? He had no say in the Decision? :facepalm He couldn't say no and just fire their asses? I guess his PR team screwed up his 8 ring expectations as well (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BrqXDEPu6v8). Definitely sounds a lot like hubris to me after the collusion.

When you say "our butt" are you speaking for Miami Heat or are you speaking for Bandwagoning Lebron fandom? :lol Cause Lebron was the reason why "you guys" lost not Wade/Bosh.

Have u never said random obscene shit when you "in the moment" @ a party or something?

[DonDadda59]

handpicked superteam eh?

http://wagesofwins.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/kobe-malone-shaq-payton-174979_480_art_R0.jpeg
http://www.nbacircle.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/LA-Lakers-2012-2013-Roster.jpg

Yes. Exactly. Glad we're on the same page.

[Myth]

Current Celtics seem to be just the right amount of adversity for LeBron.

[Dragic4Life]

Wow the damage control from you is unreal. His "PR team" is the reason why he's hated? He had no say in the Decision? :facepalm He couldn't say no and just fire their asses? I guess his PR team screwed up his 8 ring expectations as well (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BrqXDEPu6v8). Definitely sounds a lot like hubris to me after the collusion.

When you say "our butt" are you speaking for Miami Heat or are you speaking for Bandwagoning Lebron fandom? :lol Cause Lebron was the reason why "you guys" lost not Wade/Bosh.
Yes that's exactly what I meant, his PR was to blame for the whole Decision mess. Lebron was told it was the right thing to do in terms of his image. So I don't blame him.

And about that not 1 not 2 comment, it was in the moment figure of speech, he meant that they were gonna win championships. They did, for your info.

2011 loss was every bit Wade's fault as it was Lebron's.

[sportjames23]

Dragic = the new Bladers

[RedBlackAttack]

Obvious trolling is obvious.

[CelticBaller]

Current Celtics seem to be just the right amount of adversity for LeBron.
for real, what a bitch :oldlol:

[Shade8780]

Dragic = the new Bladers
Am I gonna get scammed on some hacked LP by OP too? :biggums:

[Mr. Jabbar]

even if he said a little he is lying

[pauk]

LeBron "greener pastures" James loves adversity?


:roll:

He does or else he wouldnt put up with it 7 straight years, wasting his prime...... no player of his caliber has ever had that kindof adversity wasting his prime playing with scrubs for 7 straight years.....

Guys like you disapproved him anyways for not having any rings, soon as he decided to dribble the ball somewhere where he finally had some minor help and got championships to prove you a point you started whining now all of the sudden acting like he doesnt like adversity......

[NBAplayoffs2001]

He went to Miami as a favour to help his best friend Wade win a few more rings before he (Wade) fades into obscurity.

Tbh you could count going to there as the ultimate adversity, because the whole world was against Lebron and he had to win. In my mind he overachieved in Miami.

Someone didn't watch the 2011 NBA finals :lebroncry:

[Beastmode88]

Yes that's exactly what I meant, his PR was to blame for the whole Decision mess. Lebron was told it was the right thing to do in terms of his image. So I don't blame him.

And about that not 1 not 2 comment, it was in the moment figure of speech, he meant that they were gonna win championships. They did, for your info.

2011 loss was every bit Wade's fault as it was Lebron's.

Oh man that's a new one. This guy is clearly on something or is blatantly trolling again and should be banned for a longer period of time. :facepalm First this guy blames Wade for 2011 now he's blaming Lebron's PR team for his decision. Lebron literally can do no wrong in this guy's mind, Lebron literally is living rent free in Dragic's head if he's not trolling.

[Droid101]

First day back, and he starts trolling hard.

Do you realize why you got banned in the first place you dipshit?

[SamuraiSWISH]

LMAO @ Bron liking adversity.

2010 ECSF
2010 Free Agency
2011 Finals
2014 Free Agency

Say completely otherwise.

[Dragic4Life]

First day back, and he starts trolling hard.

Do you realize why you got banned in the first place you dipshit?
I posted an official ESPN article regarding something Lebron said which enforces my view of the man.

Trolling?:facepalm

[Droid101]

I posted an official ESPN article regarding something Lebron said which enforces my view of the man.

Trolling?:facepalm
This is trolling:

He went to Miami as a favour to help his best friend Wade win a few more rings before he (Wade) fades into obscurity.

Tbh you could count going to there as the ultimate adversity, because the whole world was against Lebron and he had to win. In my mind he overachieved in Miami.

Hope this helps.

namaste

[stalkerforlife]

:roll:

[dunksby]

Celtics lost to the Thunder, they are shit, is LeBron trolling Boston fans or something? :lol

[Sarcastic]

http://www.local10.com/image/view/-/26568946/medRes/1/-/maxh/360/maxw/640/-/veivjyz/-/Pat-RIley-Press-Conference-jpg.jpg

[riseagainst]

love adversity? His whole life he's been dodging adversity.
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[Beastmode88]

http://www.local10.com/image/view/-/26568946/medRes/1/-/maxh/360/maxw/640/-/veivjyz/-/Pat-RIley-Press-Conference-jpg.jpg

Riley to Lebron: Stay if you got the guts.
Lebron leaves. :lol

[MastaKilla]

Lebron has spent his entire prime surrounded by multiple all stars


Dat adversity

[SpecialQue]

inb4 loss to Boston and Lebron leaving the Cavs again

[ProfessorMurder]

inb4 loss to Boston and Lebron leaving the Cavs again
Honestly, how amazing would it be if he lost tonight and then demanded a trade?

[Ai2death]

He didn't love the adversity of game 1 against the Spur with no AC...

[SpecialQue]

Honestly, how amazing would it be if he lost tonight and then demanded a trade?

Even though they both have a rivalry with the Lakers, I gotta hand it to the Celtics and Spurs. They're the two teams that punked Lebron so bad that he actually ditched his team with his tail between his legs because it got too hard.

[Wally450]

LeBron's lucky Rondo isn't playing. Rondo would drop another 29/18/13 on the Cavs and make Lebron relive another nightmare.

Edit: For some reason I thought he wasn't playing. Rondo about to ham confirmed.

[f0und]

this return trip to the place he played his last game in a cavs uniform might be one of the most important events ever.