LeBron James

I meant to post about this yesterday, but never got the time...

Saturday was the Cavs first play-off game since 1998, and well, my boss gave me two tickets to the game in Clear Channel's loge with parking.

It was probably one of the best sporting events I have ever witnessed. (Speaking of witnessed, everyone that came to the game got a Nike T-shirt that said "Witness," with a swoosh underneath.)

Now, I wanted to post about LeBron James because I went into this game kind-of feeling indifferent about him, thinking he was probably just another cocky basketball player, and I have to admit I was extremely surprised by what I saw.

You could tell that he was extremely pumped up about this game, and you could feel his energy in there - he was proud to be in Cleveland and he addressed the crowd with such enthusiasm. It was truly awesome to watch. Seeing the way he interacted with his teammates, and the way he playfully bounces around in preparation for the game. It was amazing, and I have a new found respect for the young b-ball star.

I am rooting for him now - not just to continue on in the play-offs, but I think he deserves the MVP title from the NBA. For as young as he is, to portray such sportsmanship and to really play the part of a role model and instill fun into a professional sport, it is amazing and an incredible asset to their organization.

What do you think about him?