When it was revealed that NBA superstar LeBron James was headed west to play for the Lakers next season, social media reached a fever pitch - everything from congratulations to sarcasm and everything in between.
For the second time in his career, James has left the Cleveland Cavaliers, this time departing for one of the NBA’s most popular and successful franchises. The move will likely impact the entire league, and the Hawks are no exception.
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But some pointed out the serious Atlanta-centered ramifications of LeBron’s departure.
The Hawks’ cap space could allow them to absorb the Lakers’ expensive contracts in exchange for future assets.
New Atlanta Hawk point guard Trae Young could only muster a one-word reaction.
Former Georgia Bulldog Kentavious Caldwell-Pope is joining forces with James in Los Angeles.
Others were just left wondering: What if he’d chosen Atlanta?
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