Lebron James is back and he is bringing mania with him! The city has been electrified by the return of the NBA golden boy, and it appears fans are welcoming him with opening arms. Dan Gilbert must be sitting back, grinning in glee as his eyes cartoonishly display dollar signs. Have you checked out the ticket prices for the Thursday night game against the New York Knicks? Nosebleed seats are starting around $400, and if you want a bit closer to the action, get ready to drop $1,000 or more. Fans will receive a CAVS tee shirt for attending.
While the city is blossoming with the business of celebrities pulling into the city, hey Clevelanders Beyonce was spotted at the Starbucks downtown, some diehard fans will have to enjoy it outside.
The ticket prices match the price of mortgage payments for families who want to take in a game. Would had been great if Dan Gilbert selected 10 dedicated Cavalier fans to get reduced or free seats as a thank you to a city that continues to cheer on their teams, but I digress, because this is pure “goodness” for the city. Justin Bieber may also be in attendance, and Bey may be joined by her husband, Jay Z.
Restaurants and bars in the area are holding parties, as ESPN rolled into town to take a front seat to the action.
ESPN, Cleveland and sports are rarely seen together in the same sentence, but residents are gathering to enjoy the flush and arrival of Akron hometown hero, Lebron.
Did you check out the awesome Nike video displaying what Lebron’s entrance would be like? We figure people better bring the earplugs, because the fans will officially bring down the house once game time starts.
The event in downtown Cleveland is being labeled as the “biggest sporting event that is up there ever,” by none other than Lebron James. Do you agree? It will be pretty close. Downtown Cleveland may be chilly this October evening, but the fan appreciation and excitement is driving the warmth into the hearts of many.
Welcome home, Lebron.