Cleveland's Finest

The Big 12 should've invited them, it wouldve made much more sense. I'm always going to be confused when I hear TCU and Big East in the same category.

Wade hates Riley, LeBron hates Spoelstra...so now it's gonna lead to LeBron v. Wade!

Wednesday, December 1st Portland @ Boston (NBATV) Winner: Portland Leading scorer: Roy San Antonio @ LA Clippers (NBATV) Winner: Spurs Leading rebounder: Duncan Thursday, December 2nd Miami @ Cleveland (TNT) Winner: Cleveland Leading scorer: Mo Phoenix @ Golden State (TNT) Winner: Phoenix Player with the most threes made: J-Rich Friday, December 3rd Chicago @ Boston (ESPN) Winner: Boston Leading passer: Rondo Sacramento @ LA Lakers Winner: Lakers Player with the most turnovers: Tyreke Dallas @ Utah (ESPN) Winner: Dallas Leading scorer: Dirk

That is pathetic. Of course no big deal made over it by anyone because I didn't even know about that until I saw the video. The disrespect LeBron showed in that bump is pitiful. Do something about it, don't do that crap.

Eh we made it a game at one point. 89-80 in the early part of the fourth and it was a 10-15 point game from there. Certainly disappointing and a game I want to forget. We have got to beat Memphis tomorrow, because we face the Heat AND Celtics next week.

Hawks Fly High 1. Did you cry when Lebron left? I didn't cry, but I did get teary-eyed for a moment and my feelings were in a place which I really don't want to feel again. Obviously, looking at the grand scheme of things, it isn't a big deal. But for that moment, oh boy, it was heart wrenching. Guru 1. Would you respect Lebron more if he didn't leave the way he did? (The Decision) Yes. I would dislike him as much initially, but it would wear off. Now, whenever I see the Heat play, I don't have any feelings at first, but, then I think of that moment when he told us where he's going to be taking his talents too, and all of those bad feelings I felt come back and I remember what a poor choice he made and the manner in which he did it. 2. What is the craziest thing you saw someone do after Lebron left? Burn their jerseys. Every media outlet used that to make LeBron look like the victim. 3. Yes all of these questions will have to do with Lebron. Yes 4. Lebron>Kobe? No. I always defended him because he was on my team and thought he would win a ring and was on the right path. But if he has to go to Miami and play with Wade, someone who's probably a better player, then how can he be in the discussion with Kobe? 5. How big of a coward is Lebron on a scale of 1-10? 10,000. He went as low as one could.(The thank you note in the Akron Beacon Journal but not in the Cleveland Plain Dealer was the tip of the iceberg.) 6. If Lebron decided to come back to the Cavs later in his career would you welcome him back? Depends...who knows what can happen in the next seven years. Seriously. 7. Favorite spoof of Lebron? The MJ video posted on here a few days ago. Check my Stats 1. Do you still have your LeBron jersey? Yes, I really don't feel like going to the extent of burning it...waste of time imo. 2. If the answer to 1 is no, then what did you do with it? N/A 3. If you never had an LBJ jersey, WHY? N/A 4. What are your plans when the city of Cleveland finally wins that championship? Whatever team that is, I'll make sure I'm at their celebration day in Cleveland and get all the fanfare I can. I'll be going to college next year, so I could miss that moment, and while it would hurt, it's still a title. 5. What would you do for a championship in Cleveland? It depends. I would never harm someone for incentive, but I would go to some lengths. Just as most diehard fans would. Waldo 1) How would you say Byron Scott has done in coaching the team following the big hit to the city? I believe he has been fantastic since he's arrived. His positive attitude has changed the whole team. By opening night I already felt it was a new team and the direction was established. He has this team hustling and playing hard. 2) Got tickets for December 2? Where are your seats? Yes, 12th row behind Cavs. 3) Bringing a poster to that game? No, but at the game I'll probably make one. I think putting "Quitter" would be fitting because he quit on this franchise and this city. 4) Best Cavs game you've ever seen in person? As shamed as I am to say it, it was a game during the LeBron era. I only went to a few games when we were terrible and those were all atypical games. The Game 6 at home against the Pistons when Daniel Gibson went off easily is my favorite moment. Seeing Z jump into LeBron's arms (ironic, huh?) was simply a moment I'll never forget. When the security lined up around the court and the team stood at center court, all the players putting their Eastern Conference Champion hats on, the confetti falling, the smiles, and most importantly, the feeling that we finally found our savior (again, kinda sad looking back...) 5) What happened to the baseball spirit in Cleveland? The last decade, sans the playoff appearance in 2007, has been terrible. The laid back, unaggressive ownership killed the momentum we had after the 07' season. Baseball's lost it's passion in many cities also, such as Detroit, etc...We have Sizemore, Choo, Santana, Cabrera, and Carmona, but it's kind of sad to see our whole playoff team (Garko, Cliff, Lofton, CC, Victor, Shoppach, etc..) being released or traded. The fans lose players they can identify with or cheer for. 6) How do you expect Cavs fans to welcome back Big Z? I expect them to cheer. I, for one, will cheer for him when he comes out for the starting lineup. I know he will recieve a decent applause. Years from now, it will be even louder when he returns to have his number retired. 7) What would be your opinion of Bron had he signed with Miami in a quieter fashion and without making the basketball world wait a full week? I wouldn't think he was as serious about self-promotion that he truly is. He even made a commercial asking fans, "What should I do?" 8) Any Cavs you expect to be traded before this year's deadline? Depends on how the season plays out. I want us to make the playoffs, and if Gilbert senses he could use that trade exception to upgrade the team, he will certainly do so. I don't see anyone moving, unless it's a collapse and we tank, but I don't want to think about that this early in the season. 9) In what sport do you most want Cleveland to win a championship? Cavs because I've been most attached to them as you can tell. Now more than ever. 10) Out of these Cavs jerseys, which set is your favorite? Also, is the '03-'10 set no more? I liked the old blue and orange that Mark Price, Larry Nance, Craig Ehlo, and Brad Daugherty wore when we were an extremely good team that just couldn't break through during the playoffs. I don't mind the current ones as much as others. Real Deal 1) Who is your least favorite player on the current Cavs roster? JJ Hickson. He's unaware too much of the time. He scored 31 one game this year but has been unproductive lately. I am not giving up on him yet. He's young, has shown great signs, and I believe he will get it together and become a solid player in this league. 2) Leaving out Phil Jackson and Greg Popovich, what current NBA coach would you want coaching this season's Cavaliers? Doc Rivers because he knows how to rally a team together to a central focus. 3) On a scale of 1-10, how excited are you that Colt McCoy is playing for your Browns? 8. His winning background is very assuring that he is the real deal. He's had some great games against top defenses. He's broken tackles and ran for touchdowns, tied the Jets game with a drive to end the fourth quarter, and even caught a ball thrown by Peyton Hillis when we played the Saints. And he hasn't even started more than five games yet. 4) What one position do the Cavaliers need to tend to immediately? Shooting guard. I like Boobie a lot, but if Manny Harris doesn't become the athletic two we need then we'll have to look for someone. Gibson is a clutch shooter but his height hurts him at the two. 5) In your opinion, name the two greatest Cleveland athletes you've seen live (on television). Josh Cribbs and Kenny Lofton. No one could run like Kenny Lofton around the bases. Cribbs' TD returns are mesmerizing. 6) All Cleveland, all sports...who would you say is Cleveland's newest face? Cribbs is the face now, but McCoy could emerge. Cleveland is a football city, and neither the Cavs nor Indians have a go to player. Cribbs' hustle and love for the city and fans is what makes him so beloved here. 7) Realistically, who could the Cavaliers beat in a playoff series out East? List the teams you wouldn't mind facing. Hawks, Heat, and Bulls. Hawks seem unfocused a lot and have gone to seven games in every series they have won with this group. The Bulls don't have much height, and like the Cavs, have solid players at the point guard and power forward position. Finally, if we faced the Heat, off pure emotion we could push them to the brink. We could lose by fifty in a game 7, but we could challenge them if we somehow wound up facing them. 8) What one West team would you like to see in the NBA Finals if the Heat win the ECF? Lakers. For Kobe Bryant to beat Wade and LeBron is too good to be true. As much as I despise the Lakers, this is the one team I want beating the Heat. It would test any evidence that's left of LeBron's greatness. 9) If the Heat don't make the Finals, and Cleveland doesn't make the playoffs, pick the two teams you want to see in the Finals. Spurs vs. Celtics: Let the old guys fight it out. The O'Neal's, Garnett, Pierce, Allen against McDyess, Duncan, Manu? Would love to see that and have the Spurs win so McDyess can get the ring he deserves. 10) Second favorite NBA team, if you were forced to have one (or if you do)? Spurs and Mavericks. Always had a soft spot for both. Jason Terry is so charismatic whenever he goes off and it's fun to watch. Duncan is one of my favorite players, and I also like George Hill and McDyess.

Game time Cleveland. Let's get on a streak before we face you know who you know where.

Dan Gilbert's tweet:

More evidence for possible 6th man of the year? And thanks for sharing this, never would've thought it.

So far, not many have even talked about this game. It's lost a lot of excitement since the season started. I've been hearing on the radio that everyone will be cheering loud but there really won't be anything that really gets to LeBron. LeBron will get everything he wants with all the media coverage, etc. But yeah, I'll be there and this is bigger to me than the finals series a few years ago.

A team with a 2 time MVP, a Finals MVP, and an all star in Bosh is 8-7.

As much as I hate Orlando, I'm loving every bit of this.

I never saw a buzzer beater live. That was insane! The first half was uninspiring and neither team wanted to win. JJ is so unaware on the court and Jamison needs to start so JJ learns a lesson. Mo was clutch, and after he an AP had 6 points combined yesterday, they total for over 30 points.

Cmon guys keep the questions coming! I'll answer mostly anything.

I'll be at this. This is a huge game. We face Boston, Orlando, AND Miami in the next two weeks. The time to win is now. Let's go Cavs.

ednesday, November 24th Miami @ Orlando (ESPN) Winner: Orlando Leading scorer: Rashard Lewis Golden State @ Houston Winner: Houston Leading rebounder: Luis Scola Thursday, November 25th Washington @ Atlanta (TNT) Winner: Atlanta Player with the most threes made: Joe Johnson Sacramento @ LA Clippers (TNT) Winner: Clippers Leading passer: Eric Gordon Friday, November 26th Houston @ Charlotte (ESPN) Winner: Houston Leading shot-blocker: Gerald Wallace Golden State @ Memphis Winner: Memphis Player with the most steals: Monta Ellis Saturday, November 27th New Jersey @ Philadelphia Winner: Philly Leading scorer: Jrue Holliday

Oh boy....

Joey Graham replaces Moon in the starting lineup tonight. Hopefully Indiana is still on their hangover from last night's win and we can win.

Karma much?

I still think LBJ and Wade will have a hard time learning to play on the court at the same time. Their styles are too similar. Maybe in big games they can be active and run fast break and each get triple doubles, but there will be some nights where it's ugly.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pT-I8jQDQ7c Wade 3 points? And yesterday someone argued it was outrageous to compare him to Durant.

Ouch. Down 17 at home?

Durant is at least as good as LeBron. Easily a better jump shooter, free throw shooter. Honestly, you might look at the stats but I believe Durant is an elite player. He had his breakout year last year. LeBron has had plenty of series in the playoffs which make you question his consistency. From the finals to Game 6 of the Magic series to Games 5 & 6 of the Boston series.

It's a joke that you think it's laughable. I can understand it being an argument, though. I guess we'll see come playoff time.

It's all statistics with LeBron, isn't it? Can you see Durant losing at home by 30 points in a playoff game in the next few years like LeBron did? No. Durant's athletic superiority and height puts him over CP3 for me. Then, his ability to play with teammates and character puts him over LeBron. His height puts him over Wade. If I'm a GM, I'm taking Kobe first, and Durant 2nd.