With David Blatt being fired, there are already people guessing that LeBron James was the reason Blatt was fired. Brian Windhorst and Sam Amick report otherwise.
RELATED: BREAKING: Cavs Fire David Blatt As Head Coach
One recent Cavs concern, I was told, was David Blatt's reluctance to consistently challenge LeBron. He's coach-able, but respect is earned.
— Sam Amick (@sam_amick) January 22, 2016
LeBron James was informed of the decision to fire David Blatt today, he was not consulted on decision sources said
— Brian Windhorst (@WindhorstESPN) January 22, 2016
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Blatt had a 30-11 record this year and a 53-29 record in his rookie year last year.