I'm in China for work and will have to watch this game from my desk in between meetings, for those that are watching from home, the bar, at the Q watch party, or at Oracle, make sure to rep the 216 as hard as you can.
I have never been more excited and terrifed for something in my life. 48 minutes of basketball could be one of the best days of my life, or one of the saddest. Regardless of the outcome, take the time to appreciate the greatness of LeBron James and the fact that Cleveland is one game away from history. Just a couple years ago we were watching Earl Clark, Manny Harris, and Lester Hudson, but Lebron left a championship team to come home to bring Northeast Ohio to the promised land. And he is doing it at a level we have never seen before. Whatever the outcome of this game, I know the Cavs will leave everything they have on the floor. I'm so grateful that I get to watch of the greatest players to ever play wear Cleveland across his chest. As much heartbreak as this city has faced, it is pretty fucking amazing that a kid from Akron, Ohio has ascended to a GOAT status while wearing a Cleveland jersey. As much as he fucked us over a couple years ago, it is still pretty damn miraclous that Lebron fucking James plays for our team.
With that said, I'm greedy and want a parade. I want the generations of deprived fans to expierence the glory. Golden State didn't beat OKC, OKC beat themselves. The Cavs have to play a perfect game tonight because these pricks will be there every step of the way with them. Kyrie has to attack Curry and defend relentlessly. J.R Smith needs to hit open shots and have his best defensive game yet. Tristian needs to be a monster on the boards and make smart passes out of the post. Kevin needs to be agressive and have confidence in his abilities. R.J, Shump, Delly, and Mo have to give the Cavs heart, energy, and offense off the bench. Lue needs to ensure the team continues to trust each other when the going gets tough and make sure guys get rest for the fourth quarter. And of course, Lebron needs to play his biggest game to date. Hit the jumper, lockdown Green, limit turnovers, and do whatever it takes to put the ball in the basket. Everything is stacked against the Cavs, but I believe they can do it. Something feels different. Maybe, just maybe Cleveland will be on the other side of history for once.
All in for Cleveland. All fucking in.