Much has been made about LeBron's disappearing act in Game 4 of the NBA finals, and now the sports world is saying that The King's performance in Game 5 will go a long way in defining his career and legacy. I personally think much, but not all, of his legacy has been defined even though he still likely has nearly a decade left. He's as gifted of an athlete as we may ever see with a theoretical ceiling higher than anyone but for some inconceivable reason has faded away from big moments which has thus eliminated him, forever, from being listed along with the league's all-time greats.
Nonetheless, even King James recognizes what's riding on tonight's Game 5, both short term for the Heat but more interestingly for his own long term legacy. He said this is the most important game of his career and tweeted it's now or never. This seems like strong language for a player in the middle of his prime. Now or never? Really? He's probably just getting himself psyched up but discussing sports is mostly about assumptions and guesses anyway. I've tried to stay away from this series as much as possible because I figured the Heat would win and I couldn't stand watching one more scowl, fake injury, or piercing scream from LeBron. Tonight, however, I have to watch.
What will LeBron do? Are we looking at a 44pt, 12reb, 10asst game? Maybe. Let's guess...
26pts, 9rebs, 9assts
Heat 90 Mavs 86
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