azcentral.com · Jun 10, 2017
Moore: LeBron James, Cavaliers win one for the American dream
(Photo: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports)Cleveland’s offensive onslaught in Game 4 of the NBA Finals was more than an outpouring of points; it was a win for the American dream.
LeBron James, who notched a triple-double with 31 points, 10 rebounds and 11 assists in the Cavaliers' 137-116 win, represents what’s possible through hard work and perseverance. Golden State, meanwhile, comes across like a collection of guys who’ve inherited as much as they’ve earned.
Stephen Curry’s dad played 16 years in the NBA.
Klay Thompson’s dad played 12 years in the NBA.
JaVale McGee’s mom won a gold medal in the 1984 Olympics, played two seasons in the WNBA and was elected to the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame.