Some stuff on sports in the beautiful city of Cleveland—
· Much was made of LeBron James’ comments that money wasn’t the only factor he is considering in regards to his potential free agency. Most people figured since the Cavaliers can offer him the most money, James was sending a signal that he was kissing the franchise goodbye at the end of the year.
However, I took it just the opposite. I think LBJ was saying that the Knicks and Nets do not have a chance to compete for a title in the next couple of seasons, and the fact he could make more cash from endorsements, etc. in those cities doesn’t override the fact he has a better chance to win in Cleveland.
· I like C.C. Sabathia, but if he really wanted to thank the fans of Cleveland, he would stop commenting on James’ impending free agency. He said winning in New York is special.
First, Sabathia never dealt with a super negative Big Apple media because his season went rather smoothly with his huge contract. If he were getting lit up, it wouldn’t have been such a great atmosphere for him. Imagine the New York Post headlines about his weight if he was losing.
Also, Sabathia doesn’t know what winning a world championship is like. James would be remembered fifty years from now if the Cavs win the first title for this city since 1964. In fact, all of the Cavs would be. Think about how fans still revere the Indians who played in the 1990’s. Ending the now 45 year drought would have those players never having to buy a drink in this area for the rest of their lives.
· Seriously, Brian Daboll is still the Browns’ offensive coordinator?
· I applaud the Indians adding Sandy Alomar Jr. to their coaching staff. It’s not going to make a significant difference in the win/loss record, but why not have someone on the staff that was part of a winning tradition in Cleveland. Other teams do the same thing. Alomar was one of the best pitch blockers I’ve seen, and he will be a good tutor to the Tribe’s young catchers, particularly Carlos Santana.
· Hopefully, the Cavs’ defense will get better as the new players get used to their new teammates. The team is currently 12th in the NBA in points allowed, and 12th in field goal percentage against. Both rankings are far below what Mike Brown would like. Those numbers need to improve if the Cavs are going to be as successful as they want to be.
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Cleveland Sports Perspective 