LeBron James has been the victim of constant criticism and scrutiny during the NBA's offseason, and none of the negative sentiments have anything to do with his talents as a basketball player.
After being condemned for the way he handled his departure from Cleveland, and statements made in the wake of that media disaster, James would probably love nothing more than to find refuge on the court.
James has been punished for revealing a human side that some people find distasteful, and at times he has been victim to his own poor judgement.
But none of that diminishes what James brings to the game.
I have also been critical of James in recent weeks, and whether the criticism is merited or not, it should be important to note that it will all likely disappear once the regular season starts, especially if Miami can reach its potential.
Some observers question James' character, leadership abilities, and desire, but his abilities on the basketball court are above reproach.
James may be the top athlete in the NBA today, and one of the more impressive physical specimens in the league.
Not to mention he may be t ...
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