During Game 7 of the 2016 NBA Finals, Cavaliers coach Tyronn Lue called out LeBron James. It may have been the spark the Cavs needed to win their first title.
On Thursday, Sports Illustrated announced that James is James is the 2016 Sportsperson of the Year for his accomplishments on and off the court. To celebrate James's incredible year, SI's Lee Jenkins profiles the reigning NBA Finals MVP, highlighting his Ohio roots and the Cavs’ journey to a title.
In his story, Jenkins details an episode between Lue and James during June's Game 7 against the Warriors.