LeBron Free Agency 2010

Post #321 » by **TheOUTLAW** » Thu Jul 1, 2010 2:29 am

Eh, not sure why anyone would give this any more credibility than the Delonte/Mom rumor.

heathmalc · Post #322 » by **heathmalc** » Thu Jul 1, 2010 2:30 am

Shaw, awaiting Phil Jackson's decision on whether to retire or return to pursue another championship in L.A. next season, in fact came away from the interview process convinced that the Cavs will be able to keep LeBron, said Shaw's agent, Jerome Stanley.

heathmalc · Post #323 » by **heathmalc** » Thu Jul 1, 2010 2:40 am

WojYahooNBA

When it comes to LeBron James, still one consistent belief among participants: Bulls lead, with Heat, Nets and Cavs in hot pursuit.

heathmalc · Post #324 » by **heathmalc** » Thu Jul 1, 2010 2:43 am

Yeah... until he is signed...it's just another of 50,000 rumors.

As it stands, Miami, Cavs, Bulls, New Jersey are leaders....according to "speculating" sports journalists.

heathmalc · Post #325 » by **heathmalc** » Thu Jul 1, 2010 3:28 am

[Comment From LeBron LeBron: ]
Scenario: I re-up with Cleveland. What else can the Cavs do to help me get a championship next year?
Wednesday June 30, 2010 11:23 LeBron
11:24

Larry Coon:
Most of the scenarios to get more talent in Cleveland are far-fetched. That's why I think he ultimately leaves.

heathmalc · Post #326 » by **heathmalc** » Thu Jul 1, 2010 3:33 am

11:26
[Comment From Bosh Bosh: ] (Chat name...not real Bosh)
What are the Bulls' chances of signing Bosh before signing LeBron?
Wednesday June 30, 2010 11:26 Bosh
11:26

Larry Coon:
I think LeBron commits first.

Post #327 » by **TheOUTLAW** » Thu Jul 1, 2010 3:35 am

To be honest, I don't see many teams that would be able to get him enough talent to win it next year

heathmalc · Post #328 » by **heathmalc** » Thu Jul 1, 2010 3:49 am

hoopshype

Rumors: Bulls ahead in LeBron race? + Cavs, Heat interested in Ray Allen? http://hoopshype.com/rumors.htm

heathmalc · Post #329 » by **heathmalc** » Thu Jul 1, 2010 4:01 am

Twitter
PDcavsinsider:
#LeBron James is now an unrestricted free agent.

heathmalc · Post #330 » by **heathmalc** » Thu Jul 1, 2010 4:34 am

Latest Rumor (12:32am EST) on LeBron:

Dwayne Wade and the Miami Heat are looking to add Amare, Ray, and some other 2nd tier guys with the rest of their money. LeBron is "supposedly" out of the picture in Miami, although he is supposed to meet with them over the next 72 hours.

Word is that Cavs and Nets are the new front-runners.

Pula_86 · Post #331 » by **Pula_86** » Thu Jul 1, 2010 4:35 am

TheOUTLAW wrote:To be honest, I don't see many teams that would be able to get him enough talent to win it next year

I 100% agree. The Lakers are set up to make a run for as long as Kobe Bryant is still Kobe. Don't discount the Lakers making another solid addition in free agency. Also, people forget that Orlando is still a young, talented team that is probably the next best positioned team if Boston blows their team up. Another team to look out for are the Rockets who were Yao-less this year, but nonetheless positioned very well for the future. Let us not forget about the two youngest teams, the Thunder and Blazers who if they continue to develop and in the Blazers case stay healthy, both teams may be better positioned to overtake the Lakers.

The bottom line is that the even if LeBron was on the Cavs, Bulls, Heat, Nets, or Knicks, the rest of the league is not going to lay down and additional moves will need to be made.

heathmalc · Post #332 » by **heathmalc** » Thu Jul 1, 2010 4:53 am

Latest Rumors say that Miami has essentially dropped out of the LeBron sweepstakes, and that Chicago has fallen behind the Cavs & Nets to sign the King. Chicago will visit Amare/Wade/Bosh later today. Boozer/Gay could be back-up plan for Bulls.

BTW.. according to Sam Ammick (samickFanHouse)

Byron Scott and the Cavs have agreed to "essential terms, with details to be worked out throughout the night," according to his agent.

heathmalc · Post #333 » by **heathmalc** » Thu Jul 1, 2010 4:55 am

HoopsHype.com (hoopshype)

Rumors: David Lee and Rudy Gay to visit Wolves + Walsh will not travel for LeBron meeting. + Cavs looking to deal for Amare. http://hoopshype.com/rumors.htm

heathmalc · Post #334 » by **heathmalc** » Thu Jul 1, 2010 4:56 am

JohnKrolik

How much harder is running when you've already begun drinking? I am about to find out.

heathmalc · Post #335 » by **heathmalc** » Thu Jul 1, 2010 5:03 am

ESPN NBA Fastbreak: Jonathan Coachman (just the sportscaster), Chris Broussard (analyst), Tom Penn ("capologist"), Ric Bucher (analyst).

Broussard: Latest on LeBron: "He's very relaxed. Played softball today to stay relaxed. He really is looking forward to the upcoming meetings. It's all about BASKETBALL, nothing special, he just wants to know who will give him the best chance to win".

Bucher: "This will go quickly. LBJ has told teams he wants a decision done by JULY 5TH. He has a camp starting soon, LBJ wants this done before that. Bucher reiterates point about just BASKETBALL. Doesn't care about city or anything".

Penn: "LeBron cares about more than basketball."

Tim Legler: "LBJ's best short-term option is Chicago Bulls. That's the team that gives him the best chance to win...assuming they land another marquee free-agent. Thibodeau is a great coach. LeBron's best long-term option is New Jersey. Legler likes Avery Johnson. Devin Harris is a better fit with LeBron than Derrick Rose is. Brook Lopez is great. Prokhorov is great."

heathmalc · Post #336 » by **heathmalc** » Thu Jul 1, 2010 5:19 am

Fans gather outside LeBron James's home, plead with star to stay with Cavaliers »
BY SPORTS EDITOR

At 9:30 Wednesday night, LeBron James pulled out of his mansion's driveway in a black SUV and honked his horn at three fans holding signs begging him to stay.

"That beep meant everything," said Justin Sugarmen, a Cleveland Cavaliers fan and Akron native, who was wearing a white James jersey.

The supporters arrived outside James's home as the sun set. One neighbor stopped her car when she saw the teenagers and asked what they were doing. When informed, she said, "You're all crazy."

Later, a white Range Rover pulled out but did not respond to the signholders.

"How about we camp out until he signs?" asked Jared Spector, 18, wearing a green James jersey from high school.

"I think my mom would be okay with that," added Jenish Patel.

***

A black limo slowed down outside LeBron James's mansion around 11 Wednesday night. A policeman, on duty in a guard house in front, approached the car, and had a brief exchange with the driver, who spoke in broken english.

"It must be the Russian!" said a group of six James supporters standing across the street.

It was not Nets owner Mikhail Prokorov. Instead, the driver continued down the street, turned around and left the quiet road.

- Kevin Armstrong

Post #337 » by **TheOUTLAW** » Thu Jul 1, 2010 5:20 am

ESPN splits it 2 and 2 with LeBron going to Cleveland and NYK. I still just can't see the Knicks being serious players.

Pula_86 · Post #338 » by **Pula_86** » Thu Jul 1, 2010 5:27 am

heathmalc wrote:Fans gather outside LeBron James's home, plead with star to stay with Cavaliers »
BY SPORTS EDITOR

At 9:30 Wednesday night, LeBron James pulled out of his mansion's driveway in a black SUV and honked his horn at three fans holding signs begging him to stay.

"That beep meant everything," said Justin Sugarmen, a Cleveland Cavaliers fan and Akron native, who was wearing a white James jersey.

The supporters arrived outside James's home as the sun set. One neighbor stopped her car when she saw the teenagers and asked what they were doing. When informed, she said, "You're all crazy."

Later, a white Range Rover pulled out but did not respond to the signholders.

"How about we camp out until he signs?" asked Jared Spector, 18, wearing a green James jersey from high school.

"I think my mom would be okay with that," added Jenish Patel.

***

A black limo slowed down outside LeBron James's mansion around 11 Wednesday night. A policeman, on duty in a guard house in front, approached the car, and had a brief exchange with the driver, who spoke in broken english.

"It must be the Russian!" said a group of six James supporters standing across the street.

It was not Nets owner Mikhail Prokorov. Instead, the driver continued down the street, turned around and left the quiet road.

- Kevin Armstrong

Pathetic Cavs fan. Have some respect for yourself.

heathmalc · Post #339 » by **heathmalc** » Thu Jul 1, 2010 5:32 am

TheOUTLAW wrote:ESPN splits it 2 and 2 with LeBron going to Cleveland and NYK. I still just can't see the Knicks being serious players.

Rumors floating Twitter,etc are saying Cavs & Nets.

More rumors saying LeBron is re-signing a mx deal with cavs...just hopeful fans, or legit? Who knows? Even ESPN/CBS,etc cannot seem to pick a clear leader for ANY of the free-agents, with the exception of Wade, who everyone believes will stay in Miami, regardless.

Post #340 » by **Howard Mass** » Thu Jul 1, 2010 6:29 am

Guys,

It might seem a longshot to some but my gut says he will not leave his hometown team and return to Cleveland.

I would hate for you guys to go through what I did back in 1996 when Shaq bolted Orlando.