Earlier this summer, LeBron James packed his bags and left the Cleveland Cavaliers for the second time in his career, this time to move to Hollywood and join the Los Angeles Lakers. Regardless of the geographical location of his new team, however, James has always made it clear that Akron, Ohio – the city where he was born – will always be home to him.
The four-time NBA MVP reiterated that point again on Monday, during the opening of the I Promise School. While discussing the reasons why he helped create the said educational institution that is aimed to help kids from less fortunate families get education, LeBron James touched on the subject of his love for Akron anew.
“Us as adults, we have a responsibility to not let these kids down, to continue to be the teachers, the mentors, the parents, the coaching, the life skills, the superheroes. Whatever it is that gives the inspiration, everything, that’s our responsibility. These kids are our future and they have dreams and aspirations bigger than the city of Akron, than the state of Ohio, than the United States of America. In closing, thank you so much, and know no matter if I’m playing in Los Angeles or not, Akron, Ohio is always home for me. Always.”
James signed a four-year deal with the Lakers worth $153.3 million dollars this month, with Los Angeles hoping that the future Hall of Famer will key a turnaround for the long-struggling storied franchise.
Last season, James led the Cavs to the 2018 NBA Finals, but fell short of delivering the second NBA championship for Cleveland. In his final season with the Cavs, James averaged 27.5 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 9.1 assists.
