Before the Cavaliers’ championship parade hits the street of downtown Cleveland, the wheel has already started to roll for next year’s title defense, and who else was going to initiate that but LeBron James himself.

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Before hopping on the float, James told Cleveland.com that he intends to wear the Wine and Gold next season, per Joe Vardon.

I love it here. I love being here. I love my teammates. Obviously my agent will take care of all the logistical things but, I’m happy. I’ve got no plans to go nowhere at this point.

This is the happiest time in my life right now.

While this development was heavily expected anyway, nothing beats the kind of assurance created since it came straight from James’ mouth. He, along with thousands of fans in Northeast Ohio, are having the time of their life right now, so, the news was a very pleasant update that came at the best time.