Category — LeBron

One of the greatest songs of all time.
GQ is dedicating a substantial piece of its September issue to the King of No Rings. The main story, which revolves around “The Decision,” is written by the notable J.R. Moehringer. The writer also tells about his front-row seat to the circus and the carnival atmosphere surrounding it all.
If you visit the magazine’s website, you get a peek at some bonus coverage, like a piece called “Inside the King’s Closet.” The duds were kinda hokey to us and seemed more like stuff Carmelo would wear. But we didn’t see any Pilgrim outfits like the one Kobe donned recently in the L.A. Times Magazine. The King gets a thumps up for avoiding that diss.
GQ.com

Charles Barkley weighed in today with some choice words about LeBron James. “I heard about LeBron’s little tweet today that he’s remembering everybody who said anything bad about him,” Barkley said on ESPN Radio 103.3 FM in Dallas. “And he said ‘everybody.’ Well, I want him to make sure that he puts my name on that (list). I thought that his little 1-hour special was a punk move. I thought them dancing around on the stage was a punk move and I thought he should’ve stayed in Cleveland. Him joining Dwyane Wade’s team was very disappointing to me.”
FanHouse.com

As expected, the NBA season will open with a bang.
The Heat will clash with the Celtics in the opener on Oct. 26 in Boston. The Lakers host the Rockets in the second game of the doubleheader. Both games will be broadcast on TNT.
As expected, the Christmas Day extravaganza, which will feature 5 games, concludes with an anticipated meeting of the Heat and the Lakers in L.A.
NBA.com

I know a ton of Laker fans who would help him pack.
If Kurt Rambis signs off on this, he deserves David Kahn. Not like I’d be totally surprised no matter how ludicrous (Luda!) this sounds.
I once had conversation with Rambis after his forgettable stint as Laker head coach and asked him what Phil Jackson did different from him. “Nothing,” Rambis said.
Oh.
Anyway, the Lakers are apparently trying to dump 1-year wonder Sasha Vujacic, who Chris Paul famously called a “bitch” (and Sasha earning a ‘T’ for crying about it) during a Laker-Hornets game 2 seasons ago, for Delonte West (now wouldn’t that add a little flavor to the Lakers-Heat rivalry?). It also would free up some money for the Lakers to re-sign Shannon Brown or maybe Tracy McGrady, who they seriously should consider.
Bleacher Report

It’s either him or the writer. And for some reason, we believe the writer is taking the bullet because ESPN is afraid of crossing LeBron James.
That piece Arash Markazi of ESPN LA wrote last weekend about the King of No Rings and his court rolling through the clubs and resorts of Vegas with a few freaks here and there was killed because Markazi didn’t property identify his intent, according to the suits of the WWL. Oh? So how does Markazi get access to one of the most high profile athletes in the world without them knowing who he is? He’s just along for the ride? Part of the crew? Can we get some of that action? We know Vegas as well as anyone.
Deadspin.com

ESPN spiked a story by writer Arash Markazi, who got to tag along with LeBron James and his crew last weekend in Las Vegas, and tell all. James and company partied at Tao, located at the Venetian resort and one of the hottest clubs in Vegas, and several other spots at the Palazzo, where they were surrounded by scantily-clad ladies and a few other freaks. There also were encounters with Lamar Odom and Glen “Big Baby” Davis, who’s reaction of it all is priceless.
Markazi was like a kid in a candy store. And getting to write about it had to be even better. But there was one problem: The story appeared on ESPN LA’s website for a short period before it was spiked. No word from ESPN on why.
But that didn’t mean the story just disappeared. Read on. Definitely recommended.
Deadspin.com

What would you expect him to say?
It’s only July, but by the time the NBA season rolls around in October, LeBron James and his new teammates in Miami will have plenty of bulletin board material. Fans, writers, broadcasters and others have piled on with criticism of James, Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh for banding together in Miami.
Magic Johnson, who owns a small stake in the Lakers and offered some candid remarks recently about James bolting to the Heat, says Miami won’t win the NBA title next summer. That probably isn’t news to the Heat.
Johnson said the Lakers will win their 3rd straight championship because “The Lakers still have the most talent. They’re the best team in the NBA.”
L.A. Times

Reports of Tiger Woods’ demise have been exaggerated. At least financially. Woods, who reportedly lost more than $22 million in endorsements because of his affairs, continues to be the top dog when it comes to hauling in cash.
Sports Illustrated released its Top 50 of highest paid athletes. There are a few surprises. Matthew Stafford anyone?
SI.com

The only thing better would be a fly on the wall in Kobe’s house and hear his true opinion on Miami’s 3′s Company.
Michael Jordan was the latest to weigh in on the LeBron James-Dwyane Wade-Chris Bosh connection in Miami. It probably wasn’t what James wanted to hear, but what else could he expect His Airness to say? Last time we checked, he too is an NBA owner.
You Been Blinded

Bartender, can I get a “Quitness?”
As Clevelanders continue to drown their sorrows over being jilted by their favorite lover, LeBron James, some folks have put a little money in their mouths. They’re all giddy (or drunk?) over the new brew called “Quitness.”
From what we hear though, it doesn’t compare to some good home brew or a shot of corn whiskey in Boley. But not much does.
Cleveland Scene