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Introduction
Born December 30, 1984, LeBron James is arguably the best player in the National Basketball Association today. He is compared to the greatness of Michael Jordan as he continues to create a legacy for himself. -
James drafted to NBA
LeBron James is humbled after being chosen as the number one draft pick in the 2003 NBA draft. Although he was drafted to the NBA directly out of high school, James is already being watched for the 2004 rookie of the year award. After being chosen, James states in an interview that he wants to contribute the most to his team to win an NBA championship ("LeBron James"). James is a talented basketball player that, if all of the hype is true, will become one of the best basketball players ever. -
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James' move to Miami
LeBron James left the Cleveland Cavaliers to join the Miami Heat after spending seven years at the Cavs. He looked to join Chris Bosh and Dwayne Wade at the Miami Heat to win a championship; however, James left his hometown very upset. Many Cavalier fans and ex-LeBron fans burned James jerseys to show their new hatred toward the rising star (Gallagher). James understood that if he wanted to win a championship then he needed to join together with other talented individuals to create an -
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players to form an unstoppable team. In his search for fame, glory, and a championship ring, James left his hometown high and dry showing what his ego had become. -
James wins 1st NBA Championship
After winning his first NBA championship and being nominated as MVP of the Finals, James stated that "This is the happiest day of my life" ("James"). James is sitting at his post-game interview with the national championship trophy on his right and the MVP trophy on his left ("James"). James has come a long way from the NBA draft. Being nominated the most valuable player of the Finals, he is at the peak of his career, and any team that James plays for has a chance to win the NBA championship. -
James wins 2nd title
After winning his second career NBA championship and another MVP award, James agreed with the interviewer that he is unstoppable. He claimed that he does not want to look too far into the future yet, but the 2013 championship was the hardest accomplishment of his life ("LeBron James Postgame"). James has developed a large ego from his two championship rings, but he is a magnificent player. Successfully creating a legacy for himself, James is accomplishing his goals one at a time. -
James returns to Cleveland
After four years at the Miami Heat and four straight NBA Finals appearances, James decides to return to his hometown. He wishes to bring a national championship back to Cleveland after achieving NBA Finals experience with the Heat (Zillgitt). James made a tough decision to leave the Miami Heat after reaching such success which provides the idea that he is not solely focused on money and fame. However, James is receiving a huge salary with the Cavaliers while receiving incredible amounts of fame.
