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Why LeBron James Needs To Win A Championship for Cleveland

NBA Superstar Seeks Third Career Championship in a Career-Defining Matchup

Jonathan Pflegl

Jun 20, 2016

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Game 6 of the NBA Finals is under way tonight on ABC TV. The Golden State Warriors seek to repeat their victory as NBA Champions, while the Cleveland Cavaliers, led by LeBron James, are trying to bring a title back to the city of Cleveland for the first time since 1964.

Golden State, led by Steph Curry, a two-time NBA Most Valuable Player, currently leads the series three games to two. There is pressure on both teams, coaches, and players to perform.

But no player is under the most pressure and scrutiny than LeBron James. Here are the two main reasons why it is important for LeBron to win a championship for the city of Cleveland, Ohio:

1. His NBA legacy

Since being drafted with the number one overall pick in the 2003 NBA Draft, James has been hyped as the one guy who could deliver a championship for his hometown city. His NBA career has been marred by losses in the NBA Finals--two with the Cavs, two with the Miami Heat. He has been a multiple NBA MVP. But people, especially sports writers, sports analysts and critics, will always remember LeBron for his postseason failures more than his regular season accomplishments.

2. His Loyalty to Cleveland

Back in 2010, after his Cavaliers lost in the Eastern Conference Finals to the Boston Celtics, LeBron James decided to opt out of his contract with Cleveland and become a free agent, meaning he could choose to play for any NBA team. In May, he announced in front of TV cameras that he wanted to play for the Miami Heat. This decision made Clevelanders feel betrayed and very angry. After 4 years in Miami, with a 2-2 NBA Finals Record, LeBron ended up coming home to Cleveland, where the fans quickly forgave him. They were ecstatic. Now, he is back and better than ever. And they show their loving appreciation and support.

And so, in conclusion, LeBron James desperately needs to win a championship, not only for himself, but for the city of Cleveland. A lot is at stake here. For LeBron, he will keep his legacy intact as one of the greatest players in the history of the NBA. For the city of Cleveland, Ohio, it would be the end of a 52-year title drought. For the NBA, it will continue to produce excellent playoff series and make basketball fans everywhere feel excited and encouraged to root for and cheer on any NBA team.

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The Best Lines from the Fab Four

And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

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There have been many lessons learned.

1. The importance of traditions.

2. How to be thankful for family and friends.

3. How to give back.

4. What the word "community" really means.

5. That it isn't about the destination, but the journey.

6. The consequences of making bad choices.

7. To trust people, until you have a reason not to.

8. To be welcoming and accepting of everyone.

9. How to be my own, individual person.

10. How to work for what I want.

11. How to be great at giving directions.

12. How to be humble.

13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

I have never been so thankful to know you.

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

Don't freak out

Email the professor

Attend the first class

Keep attending class

Have a backup plan

Remember that everything works out at the end

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