The Cleveland 50: LeBron Leaves With The Decision

The hour-long special let us know LeBron was taking his talents to South Beach, breaking our hearts on a big stage.

by David Giffels | Mar. 29, 2022 | 12:00 PM

Courtesy The ESPN / The Associated Press

After months of speculation surrounding his free agency, LeBron James appeared on a live ESPN special titled “The Decision,” where he announced, “I’m taking my talents to South Beach” before departing the Cleveland Cavaliers to join the Miami Heat.

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The Cleveland 50: LeBron Leaves With The Decision

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