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Legends Jim Chones, Austin Carr, Campy Russell were close in 1976; now they’re confident LeBron James can lead the Cavaliers to NBA title

CLEVELAND: There always seems to be a feeling of doubt that creeps into the minds of Cleveland pro sports fans whenever their team is considered a championship contender.

After all, Cleveland has a series of heartbreaking iconic moments that begin with “The.”

Willie Mays and the “The Catch.”

John Elway and “The Drive.”

Michael Jordan and “The Shot.”

Art Modell and “The Move.”

LeBron James and “The Decision.”

Not included in that list is the broken foot Jim Chones suffered during a practice as the Cavs competed in the 1976 NBA playoffs.