LeBron’s Biggest Fan

Two nights ago, LeBron James and the Revolution (see Chappelle’s Show) strolled into Madison Square Garden to take on Isaiah Thomas and his band of flunkies (also see Chappelle’s Show). Before the game LeBron promised he would hang a 50 spot on the artists formerly known as the New York Knicks.

Of course, King James came through with his promise, delivering 50 points en route to the Cavs 119-105 win. Another ho hum night in the world of Lebron, right? Is anyone really surprised that he lived up to his word? We’re not, especially against the Knicks, who need to put a few of their players on Jarred’s Subway diet. It might help them get back and play a little transition D.

But praising LeBron and trashing the Knicks isn’t the point we’re trying to get to. The most exciting moment in the game (other than LeBron’s 40 foot three pointer at the end of the first half) came when a fan, dressed in a LeBron jersey, ran onto the court and told King James to tell him he’s his favorite player and essentially that he worships him. The fan was quickly escorted off of the court by two large white men in suits who have been working at the garden ever since the mafia fell apart years ago. It’s good that everyone can find employment in these tough economic times.

To our surprise, LeBron was pretty pleased with the accolades he received from the crazed fan who walked onto the court, and even seemed to encourage that type of behavior. Here’s his postgame reaction:

“It was a great feeling. You get a fan to come down there to express the way he feels about you…told me I was his favorite player, that never happens. I respect him, I respect his pride and for him to come out there and tell me something like that face to face, it’s the (most) unbelievable thing that ever happened to me.”

LeBron, be careful what you say. Do you want a fan in every NBA city to come up to you every game on the court? People are crazy LeBron. We know your probably not a history buff, but someone did try to kill former President Reagan because they thought it would impress Jodie Foster. There might some more crazies out there like that, you know, trying to impress Jamie Lynn Spears.

LeBron said, “It’s the most unbelievable thing that’s ever happened to me.” Really, is a crazy guy telling you you’re his favorite player really the most unbelievable thing that’s ever happened to you? How about your 100+ million dollar Nike contract, or the fact that you were drafted first overall and drew immediate comparisons to Michael Jordan? We would even bet that that halfcourt shot you hit against the Knicks is better than some kind words from a stalker. And how many ridiculously insane, Cinemax-esque sexual escapades have you taken part in? You’re telling us those aren’t the most unbelievable things that have ever happened to you? Magic Johnson had sex with five women in an elevator once, we’re sure you’ve topped that.