CLEVELAND: Pride and history collided Friday night, and pride prevailed.
The Golden State Warriors had been all but crowned NBA champions since they brought a 3-0 lead into Game 4 of the NBA Finals at Quicken Loans Arena. With their second title in three seasons all but wrapped up, arguments were already starting whether the Warriors were the greatest team of all time.
But those who know LeBron James don’t underestimate his determination, even stronger in the face of adversity. They don’t overlook his leadership, his ability to convince his teammates what is required at the highest level of the playoffs.