As the Cleveland Cavaliers tip off their fourth straight NBA Finals, it’s all love from owner Dan Gilbert.
At the start of Game 1 against the Golden State Warriors on Thursday, Gilbert tweeted a humble message where he expressed gratitude to those who had gotten the Cavs to this point. First and foremost on Gilbert’s list was none other than LeBron James, who he shouted out for a “magical” impact. Gilbert also credited GM Koby Altman as well as the other players on the Cavs roster.
(1/3) @cavs fans, despite multiple challenges, we have arrived at the NBA Finals for the 4th year in a row w/the opportunity to win our 2nd ring in 3 yrs. The biggest 3 reasons (among many) we are again here in Oakland a few minutes from the tip-off to Game 1 of the Finals are…
— Dan Gilbert (@cavsdan) June 1, 2018
(2/3) 1. LeBron James – No words describe his level of play & commitment to this game. His impact is magical. We go as he goes.
2. The dedication & underlying belief of KLove, TT, JR , Korver, Green, G.Hill, Larry, Clarkson, Cedi, Ante, Perk & every other player on this roster
— Dan Gilbert (@cavsdan) June 1, 2018
(3/3) 3. Trade 1.0 last summer & Trade 2.0 at the deadline led by a humble, talented, young GM: Koby Altman.
W/o either of these 2 bold moves orchestrated by Koby & the @Cavs front office, we would not be here w/ a good chance to bring another one home to CLE. #WhateverItTakes
— Dan Gilbert (@cavsdan) June 1, 2018
The timing of Gilbert’s comments is interesting considering that James just made some thought-provoking comments of his own about his relationship with the Cavs owner. The four-time MVP can, of course, become a free agent after the season, so graceful gestures like this from Gilbert certainly can’t hurt.
