We are all Witnesses

I know there are a lot of people who hate on LeBron, hate the fact that he left Cleveland, and just hate him because they need someone to hate.  I'll admit, I was in the group that thought he was a villain for ditching out on Cleveland and joining forces with D-Wade and Bosh to form that super team in South Beach.  "The Decision" on ESPN was just short of a crime against humanity.  I enjoyed watching him lose in his first trip to the finals against the Mavericks.

But when he signed with Cleveland two years ago, how could you not be a fan?



Some people say he never should have left, but I disagree: He won two rings in Miami, probably wins zero if he stays in Cleveland those four years.  Also, sometimes the darkest moment before dawn is a blessing, as Cleveland's horrific seasons yielded Kyrie Erving in the lottery (I'll ignore the fact that they completely fucked up in drafting Anthony Bennett with the other No.1 overall pick).

What I admire the most about all this is that superstars usually go for the money, or to position themselves to win a championship.  LeBron did the latter when he bolted to Miami, and when he announced his return to Cleveland, he wasn't looking for his 3rd ring.  He was looking for Cleveland's 1st.  That's what his legacy would be.  Coming back to Cleveland for sentimental reasons is unprecedented in pro sports.  That's why I love this story.