FROM DREAM TO REALITY

These three guys first talked about it during the Beijing Olympics. Then it became a long shot dream in April. And now, that dream has become a reality. LeBron James, Chris Bosh and Dwyane Wade will bring-up their acts together to the Miami Heat starting next season. James made it official two hours earlier by choosing the Heat over other determined suitors. With the entry of James, expect some restructuring of salaries for Wade and Bosh. But there is nothing to worry, these three guys are ready to sacrifice just to win championships and build a dynasty in South Florida.

"I can't say it was always in my plans, because I never thought it was possible. But the things that the Miami Heat franchise have done, to free up cap space and be able to put themselves in a position this summer to have all three of us, it was hard to turn down. Those are two great players, two of the greatest players that we have in this game today.

"Winning is a huge thing for me. They can have mixed emotions, of course (as for Cleveland), Akron will always be home for me.”

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My good friend and one of the most-respected NBA authorities in the country, Bert Ramirez, as usual, came up with a very interesting text message to this writer to share his views on the James D-DAY and the effect is has on the Eastern Conference.

“LeBron James has joined Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh in Miami to form a super team they hope will bring them an NBA title this coming season and for many years to come.

"Question is, can they work well together to consistently win? And who will be the role players? Still, the Celtics’ job of getting back to the finals just became harder, and the Lakers are feasting knowing they have a powder-puff competition in the not-so-wild west.”