[UdubBadger]

probably had a few too many trying to drown in his sorrows

[c0nstant]

cleveland is literally going 0-82 this season; reverse karma

[radix]

Originally Posted by jh valley

cleveland is literally going 0-82 this season; reverse karma

Lebron is a karma chameleon. He comes and goes, he comes and goo-oooo-ooo-ooooes.

[Verbiage]

NBA is going to get raped. Hope that Miami team stays healthy. All they can afford now are 9 minimum contract guys.

[Kensta335]

Forget about playing the regular season. Let's just do a Lakers vs Heat finals from the get-go.

[Inspired]

Originally Posted by Kensta335

Forget about playing the regular season. Let's just do a Lakers vs Heat finals from the get-go.

I am anxious to know who will be the center and bench will be..

I know some NBA players will take a salary cut just to play with 3 superstars..

[choicez]

Originally Posted by twinturbo335

I am anxious to know who will be the center and bench will be..

I know some NBA players will take a salary cut just to play with 3 superstars..

Shaq & Mike Miller

[Kensta335]

Originally Posted by twinturbo335

I am anxious to know who will be the center and bench will be..

I know some NBA players will take a salary cut just to play with 3 superstars..

They just got Mike Miller to agree to a 5yr $30mil deal. That team is looking unbeatable. But yeah, they still need a center and a bench. They should pick up DJ Mbenga.

[Los Angeles]

Tell us how you really feel, Dan.

Originally Posted by OC 335i

http://www.nba.com/cavaliers/news/gi...er_100708.html

Dear Cleveland, All Of Northeast Ohio and Cleveland Cavaliers Supporters Wherever You May Be Tonight;

As you now know, our former hero, who grew up in the very region that he deserted this evening, is no longer a Cleveland Cavalier.

This was announced with a several day, narcissistic, self-promotional build-up culminating with a national TV special of his "decision" unlike anything ever "witnessed" in the history of sports and probably the history of entertainment.

Clearly, this is bitterly disappointing to all of us.

The good news is that the ownership team and the rest of the hard-working, loyal, and driven staff over here at your hometown Cavaliers have not betrayed you nor NEVER will betray you.

There is so much more to tell you about the events of the recent past and our more than exciting future. Over the next several days and weeks, we will be communicating much of that to you.

You simply don't deserve this kind of cowardly betrayal.

You have given so much and deserve so much more.

In the meantime, I want to make one statement to you tonight:

"I PERSONALLY GUARANTEE THAT THE CLEVELAND CAVALIERS WILL WIN AN NBA CHAMPIONSHIP BEFORE THE SELF-TITLED FORMER ‘KING’ WINS ONE"

You can take it to the bank.

If you thought we were motivated before tonight to bring the hardware to Cleveland, I can tell you that this shameful display of selfishness and betrayal by one of our very own has shifted our "motivation" to previously unknown and previously never experienced levels.

Some people think they should go to heaven but NOT have to die to get there.

Sorry, but that's simply not how it works.

This shocking act of disloyalty from our home grown "chosen one" sends the exact opposite lesson of what we would want our children to learn. And "who" we would want them to grow-up to become.

But the good news is that this heartless and callous action can only serve as the antidote to the so-called "curse" on Cleveland, Ohio.

The self-declared former "King" will be taking the "curse" with him down south. And until he does "right" by Cleveland and Ohio, James (and the town where he plays) will unfortunately own this dreaded spell and bad karma.

Just watch.

Sleep well, Cleveland.

Tomorrow is a new and much brighter day....

I PROMISE you that our energy, focus, capital, knowledge and experience will be directed at one thing and one thing only:

DELIVERING YOU the championship you have long deserved and is long overdue....



Dan Gilbert
Majority Owner
Cleveland Cavaliers

[Kensta335]

Originally Posted by Los Angeles

Tell us how you really feel, Dan.

This is how he feels.

[Inspired]

Miami trying to get Jason Williams to play with the Heat..

They will have Jason Williams PG, Wade SG, James F, Bosh F-C?

They are in desperate need of a good center right now to be championship contender. I don't see them beating the Magics or even Lakers without size.

[NaTuReB0Y]

this miami experiment will failed badly....

just like the lakers did when they picked up karl malone and gary payton to team up with kobe and shaq.....

everyone thought they were going to win the championship automatically....what happened?

[OC Guy]

Originally Posted by NaTuReB0Y

this miami experiment will failed badly....

just like the lakers did when they picked up karl malone and gary payton to team up with kobe and shaq.....

everyone thought they were going to win the championship automatically....what happened?

Malone got injured?

[Inspired]

Originally Posted by NaTuReB0Y

this miami experiment will failed badly....

just like the lakers did when they picked up karl malone and gary payton to team up with kobe and shaq.....

everyone thought they were going to win the championship automatically....what happened?

How is that even comparable? We are talking about Karl Malone and Gary Payton desperate move to win a championship. Do you even know how old Karl Malone was when he went to the Lakers? He was 42 years old. Gary Payton was 37 years old. Even though they were old farts, they almost won the championship playing against the Detroit. Not to mention, Karl Malone was injured during that series. They were championship contender and had a good shot at it.

However, we are comparing LBJ who is age 25, Bosh 26, and Wade 27. They have a lot of gas inside their tank. All they need is a decent center and they are ready to go.

[ghosthi32]

u mad dan?

[NYCGarbagePrince]

Originally Posted by escobar929

This is gonna be insane. They need a couple of more players and they win 4 out 5 championships thru out their contracts. Mario Chalmbers is a good player, capable of lots of steals and 3 pointers, Michael Beasley is great when he's on but is every unreliable, hopefully he steps it up. If we can sign Q Rich, Udonis Haslem and Carlos Arroyo we would be in good shape and maybe a couple of more backs ups. Maybe someone like Dorell Wright. We do need a big man, I love Joel Anthony but we still need one more big guy

And its all guys who were all on the team, they just could sign them till they get the big 3

GO HEAT!!!!!

Ummm... You can't afford chalmers... you can't afford Beasly.. They are history. Good luck winning a Championship with 9 minimum salary players are 3 superstars.. 1 injury and your season is over...

What's that old saying about eggs and baskets?

[wj4]

Originally Posted by OC 335i

Malone got injured?

Word. L.C.D. (LeBron, Chris, Dwayne) are still in their 20s.

[escobar929]

Originally Posted by NYCGarbagePrince

Ummm... You can't afford chalmers... you can't afford Beasly.. They are history. Good luck winning a Championship with 9 minimum salary players are 3 superstars.. 1 injury and your season is over...

What's that old saying about eggs and baskets?

hmmm Chalmers is under contract, and Beasley just got traded, please go hate elsewhere

[wj4]

Originally Posted by karliejai

i dont understand how all these ESPN analysts are trying to protect lebron by saying hes taking a paycut blah blah blah(winning championship > money.) The fact is that lebron makes SO MUCH money outside his contract from his sponsors that instead of getting a $120 million/6 years, whats the difference with a $70ish million/6 years.

He has enough money that he would still do the deal if he gets paid min salary.

LeBron is a business man. Being a professional athlete is an incredibly short career, you make the most you can and (hopefully) make some good investments in different sort of venues to make the money grow after retirement.

Why did you think he made that movie before his contract ended? Had the movie come out this year or the next, it wouldn't have done as well as it did. Again, when it boils down..it's all about the money.

You can talk about loyalty all you want, but loyalty doesn't get you rings and pay the bills. Word to KG.

Edit: Is Riley coming back to coach now? I believe I read something about it after their season ended, saying that he will step down from management to coach if they get a contending team together.

[darkcloud]

Originally Posted by NYCGarbagePrince

Fuck Lebron James..

we finally agree!!!! yay.

Fuck him. He's dead to Cleveland. His multi-million dollar mansion might as well be on a deserted island right now cuz if he leaves those gates he'll catch hell every time.

[1ForAll]

Miami Officially Sends Michael Beasley's 7 Mil Contract To The Timberwolves For Cap Space And Picked Up Versatile Sg/sf Mike Miller!!!

[abisson]

Originally Posted by wj4

LeBron is a business man. Being a professional athlete is an incredibly short career, you make the most you can and (hopefully) make some good investments in different sort of venues to make the money grow after retirement.

Why did you think he made that movie before his contract ended? Had the movie come out this year or the next, it wouldn't have done as well as it did. Again, when it boils down..it's all about the money.

You can talk about loyalty all you want, but loyalty doesn't get you rings and pay the bills. Word to KG.

Edit: Is Riley coming back to coach now? I believe I read something about it after their season ended, saying that he will step down from management to coach if they get a contending team together.