NBA Finals: does James possess a pass/defer-first mentality?

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eric b

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Fans,

All those seasons (7) in Cleveland showcased a James that took them on his shoulders, and all praise was poured onto him, rightly so! But when he collapsed mentally last season while a Cav versus the Celtics, all hatred was spewed against him, be it ill-informed because truthfully he had NO support.

Now, with Wade, Bosh, Riley on the sidelines, and better quality surrounding him, James has checked out in the past two, straight 4th quarters of the last two games in Dallas.

Q 1. Is James incapable of taking over a Finals game in the 4th BECAUSE he possesses a defer first mentality? (in this case he defers always to Wade)

Q 2A. Is James built of a different ilk that resembles not that of a leader, but that of a follower?

Q 2B: in other words, James is NOT a leader of Jordan-esque calibre?

Q 3. If the Heat lose (which is HIGHLY likely), would Riley be best served by trading LeBron away for TONS of cash, picks, and a quality big man in Dwight Howard? Imagine the delight Orlando would have in dealing for James.
 
Everyone put labels on Lebron too early. Fans and media saw him in the light that they wanted to see him in and the coporate would cashed in on his ability and smile. With that said, Lebron never declared himself better then Jordan or Kobe for that Matter (Nike did in that stupid commerical) At this point he does not seem to have the will of a Jordan, Kobe or Wade. This is exactly why it was a wonderful move for him to pair up with Wade. Lebron can change games with his all around ability (Like Pippen) and let Wade close out games and series (Like Jordan) He never has and probably never will be the guy who at the end of games says "give me the ball and get out of my way" and we should not expect him too...

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