What more can you say about LeBron James. He single handedly gave the Cavaliers first road playoff win in 13 years Friday night despite getting hammered on the shot by Michael Ruffin. This after James appeared to draw a charge on Gilbert Arenas in the previous possession.
Of course, after the game, Washington only focused on the call it didn’t get, saying that LBJ travelled on the winning hoop. He may have, but if he did, it was because Ruffin was hitting him in the head and shoulders. That’s the way the NBA playoffs are, coaches whining incessantly when they lose close games. If David Stern wanted to focus on something worthwhile, instead of a dress code, he could put an end to the intimidation of the officials by the league’s head coaches.
Besides, the Cavaliers have been victimized in the past by the NBA’s star system. We have gone up against Larry Bird and Michael Jordan in the playoffs. I can remember a questionnable 6th foul on Nate Thurmond against the Celts in 1976. Also, John Bagley’s charge on a spin move in 1984, also against the Celts.
Here some news for Eddie Jordan and the Wizards: The NBA gives calls to superstars. LeBron is one of them. GIlbert Arenas is a great player, but not on James’ level. Cleveland fans now know both sides of the coin.
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