Dear LeBron, Enjoy the off-season, my man–you’ve earned it.  You might just have to write a book about what it feels like to experience the most massive stress release in the history of sports.  This summer, you’ll be a new man.  Spend some extra time with your kids, let them where your ring.  It really… Read More LeBron and the 2012 Finals Part III: Mission Complete

LeBron…pulling up for a late jumper…the ball sailing through the air…someone squeals…”the Narrative!”   I’ve sat next to friends during these Finals who, on multiple occasions, have made it abundantly clear that we are all finally witnessing the culmination of one of the most polarizing, drawn-out, and intriguing sports narratives of all time.  Will he… Read More LeBron and the 2012 Finals Part II: On the Verge of Victory

LeBron is no false king.  He will achieve his crown, finally, in the next two weeks–and he’ll still be younger than Jordan was when he won his first ring in ’91.  Why will he and the Heat win?  Here’s the breakdown: 1. From a pure basketball perspective, it’s no secret that Lebron is the most… Read More LeBron and the 2012 Finals Part I: Why I Think the Heat Will Win