9 Reasons Why King James Was Crowned

Although the Heat made it to the NBA Finals last year and had the second-best record in the Eastern Conference, they struggled with team chemistry. Three superstars who were used to being the focal points on their respective teams encountered problems with how to play with eachother. No one wanted to step on ayone’s toes. They were timid and there was no defined leader. An unselfish Dwyane Wade (who was the leader of the Heat for the previous seven years), decided to give up the leadership reigns to LeBron. He told him, “look, this is your team. Lead us.” LeBron embraced the role well, leading the Heat in all major statistical categories.

When the Heat went up 3-1 in this series against the Thunder, the media debated on whether or not the pressure of closing out Kevin Durant and his boys would be too great for him to handle. LeBron has well documented “NBA Finals demons” and has been said to fold under pressure. So why did the Heat win last night you ask? 26 points, 11 rebounds and 13 assists. That’s why.

For as much as LeBron is hated, is is loved just as much. One of the most polarizing figures in sports. His is a global icon with a plethora of fans, as seen by the 4.4 million fans who follow him on Twitter. The positive support from the people that love him, fueled him this season, not the hate. Click on the infographic to see how influential and popular LeBron is compared to his teammates and the Oklahoma City Thunder team members.