He returned. He fought. He conquered. LeBron James made history last night as he led the Cavaliers to a 93-89 victory over the Golden State Warriors and landed Cleveland a first ever NBA title. It was also the city’s first major title since 1964. As we witnessed a remarkable achievement and a great comeback, the internet chimed in.
There were messages from old team-mates...
Salute to my brother @KingJames .. 3x Champion!!! #Brotherhood
— DWade (@DwyaneWade) June 20, 2016
...and acquaintances.
Wow. One of the best finals ever. So proud of King James. Salute Warriors Happy Father's Day to all.
— Mr. Carter (@S_C_) June 20, 2016
The Commander-in-Chief enjoyed it:
What a game and what a series for the @Cavs. Happy to see @KingJames bring it home for Cleveland!
— President Obama (@POTUS) June 20, 2016
In fact, the president enjoyed the end of the game so much he didn’t move from his seat. After landing on Air Force One, Obama made his family stay on the plane until the game was over. We’re thinking the aircrew didn’t call security.
Pres Obama leads family off Air Force One. But stayed on board until NBA Championship Game had ended. pic.twitter.com/KmWQ4PEQXg
— Mark Knoller (@markknoller) June 20, 2016
You knew these were coming, right? Just play it.
Got eeeem pic.twitter.com/P8On6tzWBu
— Bryce Wood (@woodymlb4) June 20, 2016
Steph Curry’s new shoes for Under Armour also didn’t make it. We actually think they look better.
Geez pic.twitter.com/1cGzX0c1yB
— Sam White (@samwhiteout) June 20, 2016
Cleveland rejoiced in glory, adding some Freddy Mercury to the mix.
Cleveland fans celebrate by singing 'We Are The Campions' on a semi truck https://t.co/iw4cybe6HU pic.twitter.com/IjJJbzgeBw
— Mashable (@mashable) June 20, 2016
It’s hot in Cleveland, that’s for sure.
11:47 PM pic.twitter.com/BNlm8pOzA7
— Rob Perez (@World_Wide_Wob) June 20, 2016
Meanwhile, the Cavs took time to stop off in Vegas on the way home from California:
One more time before calling it a night (or morning), the life of the party, J.R. Smith. pic.twitter.com/lv76aqJAq1
— Arash Markazi (@ArashMarkazi) June 20, 2016
Let the inevitable MJ-LBJ debate continue.
Let's not forget @KingJames and @cavs beat the best regular season team all time! MJ never did that. #NBAFinals
— Wally Szczerbiak (@wallyball) June 20, 2016
Kevin Love transformed into Steve Austin:
STONE COLD OR KEVIN LOVE😂 https://t.co/8yso9oSulD
— HoopMixtape (@HoopMixOnly) June 20, 2016
JR Smith: NBA champion.
JR Smith's hangover is gonna last until mid-July
— ☕netw3rk (@netw3rk) June 20, 2016
I’ll say it again, Carmelo. JR Smith: NBA champion.
When Shump and JR Smith won a ring before you pic.twitter.com/VCHSkELEL7
— Jahan (@H00PINATI) June 20, 2016
Did we all just forget about this?
Oh my god they have to let JR Smith into the White House.
— Lindsey Adler (@Lahlahlindsey) June 20, 2016
Back to main man of the hour. Ladies and gentlemen, your MVP.
And finally, one for the haters.
LeBron has lived up to the hype since he was 15, if not surpassed it. That's why you hate him
— Clinton Yates (@clintonyates) June 20, 2016
