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Hey Guys! My name is Ty Morrow and I am a first time blogger. I plan on sharing some of the issues going on in the NBA with players, coaches and franchises. I look forward to hearing your opinions on the situation as well.

Sunday, January 30, 2011

Was Lebrons decision to move to a high caliber team selfish?

Many looked down on Lebron James after he made the big decision to leave Cleveland and join the Miami Heat. Before the addition of Lebron James, the Heat had MVP Dwayne Wade and had just acquired all-star Chris Bosh. Many critics said that all Lebron wanted to do was put himself in a position to win a championship.

Lebron James had his own reasons saying the league was "watered down". He also said the league would gain quality and become more competitive if there were less teams with more quality players.

On the other hand, the NBA has recently put a lot of effort into expanding and becoming known worldwide. They have done things like holding exhibition games in Europe. This is one reason the population of foreign players has significantly risen in the last decade.

Lebron's idea is something to consider though. Possibly one of the the most memorable and loved team was the Chicago Bulls in the 90's, winning three straight NBA titles then another four straight. The bulls had many all-star players including Michael Jordan, Scottie Pippen, Horace Grant and B.J. Armstrong. This also came at a time when there were roughly 28 teams in the league and attendance was booming.

There are now currently 30 teams in the NBA. Some teams struggle to fill their stadiums on a week to week basis. Lebron's reason and idea is one that has proven to work in the past and could possibly help the NBA's attendance and increase the competition players see throughout the weeks.
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8 comments:

  1. tvmusicfanJanuary 31, 2011 at 10:15 AM

    This is a pretty interesting topic to blog about. Because there always seems to be stuff going on with the NBA

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  2. zalm70January 31, 2011 at 6:40 PM

    I see where you are coming from. I just think it is sad that he left him hometown when they were so behind him...ya know?

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  3. AnonymousFebruary 1, 2011 at 7:12 AM

    This is an interesting topic. I don't know that much about the NBA so I'm really excited to read more.

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  4. Crystal SmallwoodFebruary 1, 2011 at 7:24 AM

    I understand Lebron's point of view and agree about the "watered-down" nature of the ever-expanding league. I think that he could have handled it better, especially considering the support he had in Cleveland. This is such a difficult line for athletes to walk.

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  5. Morrow21February 1, 2011 at 7:30 AM

    O I agree. When you have an entire city rally behind you and believe that you alone can lead them to victory, it's always hard to walk away. Lebron had to think of himself though. If he ever wants his name to be mentioned as one of the greatest all time players, he has to be able to stand out on a team of all-star's and earn some rings. It may of eventually happened in Cleveland but thats quite the risk to take.

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  6. SunniDFebruary 2, 2011 at 10:44 AM

    Now I can get informed on the NBA which I dont know much about lol!

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  7. KellyCarlsonFebruary 2, 2011 at 10:45 AM

    I think that Lebron is looking for something more. I think he might be getting tired of the same old same old.

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  8. Buc/ Vol girlFebruary 2, 2011 at 11:32 AM

    i agree with kelly i think he is just tired of the same ol' thing

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