
While James has more support, the Cavs are improved because he’s improved. He returned from the Beijing Olympics hungrier and stronger; reportedly weighing as much as 270 pounds, still quick as ever. He’s averaging 27.6 points, 6.8 rebounds and 6.3 assists in barely 36 minutes a game. These days, you also can hear James quarterbacking the defense, shouting to his teammates how to play a pick-and-roll. “Just look at his eyes,” said one West scout. “He’s not just trying to win games. He wants to show everyone how much he can dominate.” To better utilize James’ skills, the Cavaliers have broadened their offense. When Brown arrived three seasons ago, his first goal was to give the Cavaliers an identity. He estimates that 95 percent of his practice time was spent drilling defense. “Literally nothing offensively,” Brown said. “I just said we’ll play mismatches. If we need a basket, we’ll spread it out and give the ball to LeBron at the top of the floor.” Yahoo! Sports
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