NY Times: Lebron must weigh his desire to dominate the NBA against his goal of becoming a billionaire

Cleveland Cavaliers' LeBron James reacts to a play against the Boston Celtics during the fourth quarter in Game 6 of their NBA Eastern Conference playoff basketball series in Boston, Massachusetts, in this May 13, 2010 file photo. July 1, 2010 marks the opening day of the free-agent signing period amid intense media speculation about whether James, the NBA's Most Valuable Player for the past two seasons, will remain at Cleveland. REUTERS/Adam Hunger/Files (UNITED STATES - Tags: SPORT BASKETBALL)

As James Decides His Future, Past Comments Provide Clues

By JONATHAN ABRAMS


A decision will soon be made. But first, LeBron James must balance his hometown loyalty against the intrigue of entering a larger market. He must weigh his desire to dominate the N.B.A. against his stated goal of becoming a billionaire.

The topic is the ultimate water-cooler conversation starter. Nearly everyone, it seems, has publicly dissected, debated and decided where James will land.

Everyone, that is, except James. For the last month or so, he has been mum on how he will make his decision and what factors will guide him.

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It would be interesting to see what kind of effect a personality like Lebron would have in Los Angeles if he were to somehow become a Clipper. I just can’t see that happening, and think he’s going to end up in Chicago or New York. And if Chicago becomes his new home, he’s going to have to live up to being the next Jordan. Talk about pressure.

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