CLEVELAND: When Kevin Love and LeBron James met in Los Angeles prior to the start of free agency last summer, Love’s mind was already made up: He was returning to the Cavaliers.
But in order for these two stars to coexist for the next five years, changes needed to be made. The relationship as it existed likely wasn’t sustainable.
There were various reasons that contributed to it, many of which might never be known, but ultimately those within the organization will concede now that James was indeed frustrated with Love last season. Some of that is starting to change.