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LeBron James has ruined basketball, says a former Cavs star, drawing backlash from fans


LeBron James is one of the most celebrated athletes in basketball history, often hailed as one of the greatest players of all time. Known for his incredible skills, court vision, and versatility, LeBron has made a significant impact on the NBA since he entered the league in 2003.

With multiple championships, MVP awards, and an impressive career spanning over two decades, he has not only redefined what it means to be a superstar but has also influenced the way the game is played. However, his legacy is not without controversy, particularly regarding the trend of forming super teams that has reshaped the league.

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Recently, former Cleveland Cavaliers player Iman Shumpert stirred the pot by claiming that LeBron has "ruined basketball." In a candid chat on The Big Podcast With Shaq, Shumpert criticized James for initiating the super team phenomenon, arguing that it has negatively affected the sport.

When asked whether Steph Curry's dominance with three-pointers has caused problems, Shumpert quickly redirected the focus back to LeBron, emphasizing that his inclination to create super teams was a significant issue for the NBA.

Shumpert pointed out how players like Michael Jordan remained loyal to their teams, contrasting that with LeBron's approach. He lamented, "The person that ruined all of this was Bron... I felt like Bron was the guy that did it. I felt like when Bron made it okay for people to team up, it stopped making the star player have to come back with something added to their game."

This perspective highlights Shumpert's belief that LeBron's actions have fundamentally changed the competitive landscape of the NBA, making it easier for star players to join forces rather than striving to elevate their individual games.

LeBron's decision to join the Miami Heat in 2010, forming a super team with Chris Bosh and Dwyane Wade, marked a pivotal moment in NBA history. It was the first time that elite players in their prime chose to come together, and this move set a precedent that many others have followed since. While some fans embraced this shift, viewing it as a new era of collaboration, others, like Shumpert, see it as a dilution of the competitive spirit that once defined the league.

After Shumpert's comments went viral, fans didn't hold back in expressing their opinions online. One fan remarked, "people still running with this false dumbass narrative Imao, and the fact that it's comi," showcasing the mixed reactions to Shumpert's viewpoint. Another wrote: "He is lucky that he won a championship in 2016 on the Cleveland Cavaliers with LeBron James on his team and his basketball career has average at best".

The backlash illustrates how deeply divided fans are on this issue, with many defending LeBron's choices and others echoing Shumpert's sentiments.

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