Staying in Cleveland? Why LeBron James could re-sign with Cavaliers

December 21 08

Breaking NBA News mixed with analysis …

Our Very Quick Analysis: ‘The King’ likes his kingdom enough to stay. After years of silence, LeBron James finally acknowledged that he could ink a long-term extension this summer with his hometown Cleveland Cavaliers.

“You play out this season of course; I will consider,” James said Saturday before the Cavs practiced at the Pepsi Center. The direction we are headed is everything I expected and more.” (Cleveland.com)

Re-signing means the All-Star forward would relinquish his opt-out rights in July 2010 and not become an unrestricted free agent. This would end the much-discussed James-to-New York conspiracy.

Why, after refusing to address the topic publicly, would James speak up?

His quote says it all: Cleveland, at 22-4, is winning big. This streak is no regular season fad. With a beefed-up supporting cast and deep bench, the Cavaliers are serious contenders, capable of challenging and even beating the world champion Celtics.

The Lakers would be favoured, but a Kobe-LeBron NBA Finals is a toss-up.

James also understands Cleveland is positioned to dominate the Eastern Conference for several seasons. After all, Boston is a much older team. And Detroit, after the Allen Iverson trade, is rebuilding.

James staying home is a real possibility. Christmas arrived early for Cavalier fans.

What do you make of James’ comments? Will he re-sign with Cleveland? Get at us with thoughts in the comment box below and return to HoopsVibe the Blog for tidbits. Photo courtesy of pat2757K.

11 Comments: Staying in Cleveland? Why LeBron James could re-sign with (...)

Posted by
sked22@aol.com
on 11.18.2009

It would be a huge mistake for Lebron to leave the cavs it would be like jordan when he was a wizard just not right ! he is from ohio and should stay there .. I couldnt imagine him ever being able to step foot in ohio without being hurased for leaving ... stay in ohio dont be stupid .

Posted by
azia
on 08.14.2009

hey i think lebron james should stay with the cavaliers now im a big fan of lbj but im also a big fan of cleveland...lb jus think about it u won mvp now its ya turn to take u and the cavaliers to da championship nd win the championship u’ve made it this far dnt give up on us now the knicks is no good!! .

Posted by
Dominique
on 06.15.2009

HE Should stay on Cleveland Cavaliers because the new York Knicks is no good stay lebron james please .

Posted by
Domenic DeFrank
on 03.23.2009

Posted by
jjc
on 03.23.2009

lebron should stay in cleveland becuause he has helped out the cavs so much it would be ashame if he were to be traded. .

Posted by
LBJ
on 01.6.2009

LeBron James I believe should stay in Cleveland because his family is here, it’s his hometown, he is loved so much here, and if he resignes, I think Cleveland fans are capable of forgiving LeBron for wearing the Yankee’s hat while the Indians were playing in the playoffs. In my opinion, what is the big idea of wearing the Yankee’s hat, its his business to wear whatever he wants. He should root for whoever he wants to plus, isn’t it better if he roots for the Yankee’s than fake rooting for the Indians. .

Posted by

on 12.23.2008

ok we all know that LBJ would re-sign with the CAVS if the team is highly-capable of winning championships as LBJ have said. but looking at the business side, he should get an extension with the CAVS ’cause our recession might hit the NBA. attendance in the stadiums will decline. and other merchandise stuffs.sponsors are getting downedso LBJ would definitely re-sign with the CAVS .

Posted by

on 12.22.2008

if lebron had called a press conference and volunteered the info, it’d mean more. the actual case is that the reporter asked the question only because no one else had done so yet.. LBJ was coming off a thrashing of a division leader (denver) on national TV. so he said, yeah, he’d consider it. that’s *all* it was. and his not signing an extension in 2009 will not be an indication of whether he’ll re-sign in 2010. but crazy media types will frame it that way anyway. .

Posted by

on 12.21.2008

Lebron had to say this to save face. Lets Go Knicks!!!!! .

Posted by
Area Code 440-330
on 12.21.2008

Don’t laugh but a wildcard underdog team could be introuduced into the mix. I am hearing the Bobcats would offer Bron a trust stake in ownership once he’s done playing like Magic has with the Lakers. As well as a max deal. I know they ae known to be cheap and aren’t very competitive. But Johnson- Jordan-Brown talked to Bron and convinced him them of the commitmed direction they were headed. This was said by one of LeBron’s business executives Maverick. He doesn’t usually talk about his on the court hoops too much, but he sounded believeable when he said it in Cleveland a few days ago. I am not saying it would happen, but he might give it some thought. I personally think statying in Cleveland is his best bet. .

Posted by
Seth
on 12.21.2008

I am a Cleveland fan which means I’m bias, but if you think about it makes sense. They team looks great they will be in a position to sign someone else as well in 2010 and honestly I think their is no way the Lakers could beat the Celtics or the Cavaliers.(Defense wins championships and they don’t have any) .

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