According to revelations made by Udonis Haslem and Norris Cole on “The OGs” show, Pat Riley instructed Miami Heat players to sever ties with LeBron James following his departure from the team in the summer of 2014.
LeBron’s departure marked the end of a significant chapter for the Heat, as he returned to the Cleveland Cavaliers after spending four seasons with Miami. During his tenure, LeBron’s impact was undeniable, clinching two regular-season MVP awards, two championships, and two Finals MVP titles.
The era of LeBron in Miami saw the Heat dominate, making four consecutive NBA Finals appearances. While they faced setbacks, such as their loss to the Dallas Mavericks in 2011, they also celebrated victories over the Oklahoma City Thunder in 2012 and the San Antonio Spurs in 2013, before falling to the Spurs once again in 2014.
LeBron’s statistics during his time with the Heat are impressive, boasting averages of 26.9 points, 7.6 rebounds, 6.7 assists, 1.7 steals, and 0.7 blocks per game. It’s widely expected that Miami will honor his contributions by retiring his iconic No. 6 jersey.
LeBron’s illustrious career spans multiple teams, including the Cavaliers, Heat, and Los Angeles Lakers. With career averages of 27.1 points, 7.5 rebounds, 7.4 assists, 1.5 steals, and 0.7 blocks, he’s etched his name in NBA history, securing an unprecedented 20 All-Star selections.
His records extend far and wide, placing him at the summit of numerous statistical categories in NBA history. Notably, LeBron stands as the sole player to rank within the top five in both points and assists, solidifying his status as one of the game’s greatest all-round players.
With a resume that includes championships with three different franchises – the Cavaliers, Miami Heat, and Lakers – LeBron’s legacy is unmatched. He’s also distinguished himself as the only player to win three Finals MVP awards with three different teams.
Adding to his list of accolades, LeBron James recently made history by surpassing 40,000 career points, further solidifying his place among the basketball immortals.
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