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Appeasing The King: No Jason Kidd, Cleveland Cavaliers Must Keep LeBron James Happy

Feb 14th, 2008
The unknown status of the Jason Kidd-Devin Harris trade is little consolation to Cleveland superstar LeBron James. The Cavaliers lack the assets to acquire the All-Star -the Nets are seeking draft picks, expiring contracts, and blue-chip prospects in exchange for their star table-setter ... Appeasing The King: No Jason Kidd, Cleveland Cavaliers Must Keep LeBron James HappyMy AM Take: For a second, forget Devean George and his no-trade clause. I understand this is easier said than done-blocking the Jason Kidd deal is the forward’s biggest move since, well, ever.

There is another angle to this story worth reporting …

The unknown status of the Jason Kidd-Devin Harris trade is little consolation to Cleveland superstar LeBron James. The Cavaliers lack the assets to acquire the All-Star –the Nets are seeking draft picks, expiring contracts, and blue-chip prospects in exchange for their star table-setter.

 James understands a Kidd-to-Cleveland deal is highly unlikely. But does he accept it?

''I think the (front office) probably has been trying to do some things; I don't know. We all know we need to get better; that is simple,'' James said. ''To me, I want to win now I don't want to sit around and wait. Sometimes you have to.'' (Akron Beacon Journal)

James’ comments show his frustration. Remember, The King recently issued a royal decree, demanding management do everything possible to bring Kidd to his Ohio kingdom.

It won’t happen. So what’s Cleveland GM Danny Ferry’s next move? Well, he should do two things.

First, Ferry must seek a meeting with James-a brief sit-down, nothing formal. In this meeting, he must explain to his star why acquiring Kidd was impossible and reassure James that the organization is committed to winning.

Second, Ferry must get his superstar help. That’s what James wants. Memphis’ Mike Miller is an option. Point guards Andre Miller and Mike Bibby are also available.

Cleveland must do something. James’ early opt-out clause is looming. And handling these situations properly will help the Cavaliers re-sign their franchise player.

Like I said, forget Devean George. There is another angle worth reporting.

How can Cleveland keep James happy? Get at us in the comment box below with your thoughts. Where will Miller end up? Get at us in the comment box below with your thoughts. The AM Take is Oly’s morning thoughts on the NBA appearing Sunday through Friday on HoopsVibe.com. Errors can be attributed to the time and his need for another coffee. Click here to read and subscribe to his blog.

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BelgianGuy February 14, 2008
Appeasing The King: No Jason Kidd, Cleveland Cavaliers Must Keep LeBron James Happy
you're right Oly, but i have the feeling Lebron really wants to stay King in Cleveland.......i mean its basically his own country, you know?? i'm guessing he gives ferry another shot, but if Danny doesnt do anything special this summer, i'd say either Danny has to go, or Lebron will pack up and go somewhere with more talent. (Sasha Pavlovich and Varajeo, anyone?? those overrated bigheaded nerds where acting like big shots in the beginning of the season with their soap opera, and what are they now? Defenitely not worth the commotion.....Lebron must be a bit pissed....)
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the next NBA sensation February 14, 2008
Appeasing The King: No Jason Kidd, Cleveland Cavaliers Must Keep LeBron James Happy
i know a way to keep Lebron happy. trade donyell marshall, eric snow, and maybe drew gooden or anderson varajeo for kidd. lebron and kidd would be perfect together in a cavs uniform
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octane February 14, 2008
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there a reason kidd aint going to dallas, the reason is kidd has cleveland in th eback of his mind, forget his contract sign kidd trade him to cavs, thats what it looks like to me, kidd in dallas with nowitzki, or kidd in cavs with lebron, who would you want to play with.. i think cleveland has a shoot at kidd. i have faith, in the KING.
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Kingston February 15, 2008
Appeasing The King: No Jason Kidd, Cleveland Cavaliers Must Keep LeBron James Happy
New reports say, if the Cavs are willing to part ways with "Booby" Drew Gooden and some other pieces, Sac-town would give them Bibby or Artest, personally cleveland should look at Artest, Bibby is a bum.
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Tre Butta February 15, 2008
Appeasing The King: No Jason Kidd, Cleveland Cavaliers Must Keep LeBron James Happy
An impossible way to please Lebron is to deflate his ego (along with other NBA superstars). He expects his teammates to play D, while he doesn't, because frankly everyone on the coaching staff or in the organization fears for their job. These stars have to remember, what they expect from teammates they have to be willing to do themselves.
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Tre Butta February 15, 2008
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It's a no brainer. The Cetics are successful right now because KG, RA, and PP put egos aside, and are willing to do what it takes for them to win. If one has a big game, I can guarantee you the other guys are on the boards, D, or assist, etc. Team first. Ask the 72-10 Bulls. For a long time Jordan had no help, but he stuck it out. Nowadays, these candy-ass stars will pack up and leave town (Shaq) or threaten to (Kobe) if things aren't going their way.
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that one guy February 15, 2008
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oh god and yet again octane shows his stupidity. jason kidd isnt' goin to dallas cuz he has cleveland in the back of his mind? are u crazy? first of all kidd would rather go to dallas than cleveland anyday. second kidd can't choose where he wants to go. if they decide to trade him to dallas kidd can't tell them he doesnt' want to go. so i highly doubt he's not goin there cuz "he has cleveland in the back of his mind". one more thing. having faith in "THE KING" wont' get kidd to cleveland duchbag. having faith in the mangement will bring kidd to cleveland.
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Mark Price February 17, 2008
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This blog produces some of the most uneducated basketball talk I've ever seen. No offense to Oly...

"He expects his teammates to play D, while he doesn't, because frankly everyone on the coaching staff or in the organization fears for their job." - Tre Butta

Actually, James is one of the best one-on-one defenders in the NBA and is usually one of the league's top steals guys. He typically guards the other team's best player and was a few votes shy of making the NBA All-Defensive Second Team.

"New reports say, if the Cavs are willing to part ways with "Booby" Drew Gooden ..." - Kingston

"Booby" Drew Gooden? Is that a hybrid of Daniel Gibson and Drew Gooden?

Come on guys. LeBron is a smart player. And he knows how trades work. Ferry's hands are tied until next season. LeBron hasn't made any threats about wanting out of Cleveland. Any issue about him being unhappy has been created by the media and people who assume he's just like Kobe.

The Cavs better rush to get a star NOW? You guys act like LeBron only has a couple seasons left. Give me a break...
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that one guy February 18, 2008
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lebron one of the best one on one defenders? maybe u mean help defenders. just cuz u lead the league in steals doesn't make u a great defender. jason kidd doesn't avarage a lot of steals and he's a way better defender than james
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YB February 18, 2008
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yea u some it up makin all the ppl that commented on this look like the a s s e s they are...you never here how bad his d is thats not even a ? bc in the 4th quarter its nice...hes not goin no where yet.....hes not cryin neither.....he wants his to team to win and hes sayin if they dont try to help b4 his contract up then he may leave buts its nothin to worry bout now...most likely he will play many many more yrs in cleveland unless the front office forces him to leave and thats only by makin the team worse
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that one guy February 18, 2008
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the nba game is played for 48 minutes. playing good D in 1 out of 4 quarters doesn't make u a great defender
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