It's official, LeBron James is a Cleveland Cavalier again. Here are top reactions.

Friday, July 11, 2014

It's official, LeBron James is a Cleveland Cavalier once again. And fans are ecstatic.

Sports Illustrated published an essay by LeBron James today indicating his move to Cleveland and the primary reasons behind it. The Cavaliers is happy. NBA experts are happy. LeBron is happy. Local bar owners in Cleveland are happy. Everyone who isn't in nearby proximity to Miami-Dade County is happy.

Here are some choice quotes from LeBron's piece in Sports Illustrated, plus some key reactions to the news.

"Nothing will ever change what we accomplished. We are brothers for life." - James on leaving Miami.

"I started thinking about what it would be like to raise my family in my hometown. I looked at other teams, but I wasn't going to leave Miami for anywhere except Cleveland. The more time passed, the more it felt right. This is what makes me happy." - James on factors influencing his move.

"I'm not promising a championship . . . my patience will get tested. I know that. I'm going into a situation with a young team and a new coach. I will be the old head. But I get a thrill out of bringing a group together and helping them reach a place they didn't know they could go." - James on adjusting to the Cavaliers.