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Chris Bosh was not too happy with how Lebron James informed him he was leaving the Heat

November 21, 2020November 21, 2020 Staff

Bosh was initially hurt by James’ decision to leave South Beach but the two have since reconciled from Chris Bengel of cbssports.com LeBron James has made several big decisions when it comes to free agency during his NBA career. Not all of those choices have landed well with teammates. When James was leaving the Miami Heat to sign with the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2014, teammate Chris Boshwasn’t exactly thrilled with the method in which he heard the news. In an appearance on the “All the Smoke” podcast with Matt Barnes and Stephen Jackson, Bosh revealed that he…

Could the Lebron, AD and the Lakers be in trouble?

October 11, 2020October 11, 2020 Brandon King

For many, Game 5 of the 2020 served merely as the preceding formality to a coronation. Whether they like to admit it, it seems the Lakers had one eye on the Larry O’Brien trophy. Wearing special shoes and talk of the honor of winning for Kobe is a clear giveaway that there were thoughts that the end of the NBA Finals would soon be at hand. Media members of the Lebron James Fanboy Association were preparing their talking points to spread to the masses of how James is now the…

So now Lebron hates narratives?

September 25, 2020September 25, 2020 Brandon King

Lebron James made it perfectly clear that he was less than happy with the share of MVP votes he received and of course it made headlines across the sporting world. However the overwhelming majority of sports outlets are lazy and /or don’t let facts get in the way of a good story, ceased their “reporting” of his statement at that point. If they did, they would have found that Lebron made several salient and ironic points. Lebron discussed the 2013 DPOY award/vote, something thar seems to still be a sore…

Making Kicks Count: Lebron James and Upper Deck teaming up to sell his game worn shoes

August 18, 2020August 18, 2020 Staff

Via Jessica Golden of CNBC LeBron James is teaming up with Upper Deck, to sell his game-worn sneakers online. It’s part of an effort to raise money for the I Promise School, a public elementary school in Akron, Ohio. A single shoe costs between $15,000 and $30,000 on Upper Deck’s site where there are currently 97 shoes available to buy. 114 shoes were made available when the initiative first launched two years ago, but now people can buy the remaining sneakers online. Each purchase includes a certificate of authenticity and a personalized donor plaque. The matching shoe…

“Red Graffiti” Nike Lebron 17: Official Images

July 18, 2020July 18, 2020 Brandon King

Official images of the “Red Graffiti”have recently been released. The “Red Graffiti” Lebron 17 is expected to released sometime in the course of the upcoming months at nike.com and select retail venues. It will carry a $225 USD sticker price. Nike Lebron 17 CT6047-600 $225 Summer 2020

An initial look at this upcoming Lebron 17 Low

March 17, 2020March 17, 2020 Brandon King

This new colorway of the Lebron 17 low( barring any COVID-19 related delay) is set to make its retail debut at the beginning of April. It sports black mesh overlaid by white leather with golden Nike and Lebron branding. This upper sits atop a black midsole that houses a heel Air Max bag , with a white outsole completing the aesthetic. This Lebron 17 is (still) set to release April 1 at nike.com and select retail establishments and will carry a sticker price of $170 USD. Nike LeBron 17 Low…

Lebron James out against Nuggets

December 22, 2019December 22, 2019 Brandon King

Lebron James will not play in the team’s game against the Denver Nuggets due to a muscle strain. James and Anthony Davis have propelled the Lakers to a 24-5 record and Lebron is averaging 25.8 points, 7.5rebounds and a league-high 10.6 assists per contest.

November 5, 2019 NBA Recap

November 6, 2019November 6, 2019 Brandon King

The November 5 2019 action is highlighted by Gordon Hayward setting a new career-high in scoring and Lebron James records his third straight triple-double in a comeback win over the Chicago Bulls. pt rb ast Gordon HaywardBOS @ CLE 39 7 8 17-20 fg LeBron JamesLAL @ CHI 30 10 11 Triple-double T.J. WarrenIND @ CHO 33 4 3 15-18 fg Devonte’ GrahamCHO vs. IND 35 4 6 11-15 ft Trae YoungATL vs. SAS 29 2 13 5-10 3-pt Malcolm BrogdonIND @ CHO 31 5 8 Zach LaVineCHI vs.…

Making A Difference: Lebron James gives over 800 pairs of sneakers to “I Promise” students

October 16, 2019October 16, 2019 Brandon King

The students at Akron’s I Promise School were recently in for a treat- 800 pairs of sneaker’s from the town’s most famous product. Lebron James provided the school with 800 pairs of his Lebron 16 sneakers. The students had their choice of ten different colorways, which were given to the youngsters to inspire them to “keep pushing.” The I Promise School opened in 2018 and has done well since its birth.

Protesters in Hong Kong trample and burn Lebron James jerseys

October 15, 2019October 15, 2019 Brandon King

from ESPN News Services Protestors in Hong Kong cheered when a ball dropped into the basket after smashing into a photo of LeBron James‘ face that was placed above the hoop. They also trampled on jerseys bearing his name and gathered in a semicircle to watch one burn. James’ standing among basketball fans in Hong Kong took a hit after his comments about the ongoing protests and free speech. Fans gathered on courts amid Hong Kong’s high-rise buildings Tuesday to vent their anger. The Los Angeles Lakers star touched a nerve among protesters…