...What is social networking? Social Networking is defined as interactions among people in which they create, share, and exchange information and ideas in virtual communities and networks. With over 2.1 million Instagram followers LeBron James uses Instagram to communicate with his fans. I am a big fan of LeBron James and the Miami Heat so I follow him, the team, and a few other players. I believe he reaches his target market and gives them a look into his life outside of basketball. Anytime you go on Instagram you seem to get an inside look into the life of LeBron and his family and friends. The pictures posted on his site are very personal which leads me to believe that he updates a lot of the info himself, but with all the other commitments that athletes and entertainers have I cant imagine that they would have enough time to update all of their sites, but being that they are responsible for anything posted on their site I would hope that they have the final say on what is posted. His objective would be to communicate with his followers and keep them updated on his everyday life. With the way the “Decision” went down a couple years ago, social media was an outlet he used to repair his image and connect with fans. Honestly, the only thing that I would recommend him or any other athlete change would be to make an effort to reply a little bit more to posts from fans instead of just posting on their page and basically disappearing. Retrieved 27 March 2013 from...
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...Michael Jordan versus Lebron James Michael Jordan is considered to be the most iconic person in sports history. Since 2002, Lebron James has been compared not only to be the next Michael Jordan but also having the potential of being a better basketball player than him. Some basketball fans might agree and some might disagree, but at the end of the day everyone will have their own opinion of who is better than whom. Lebron James and Michael Jordan do have many things in common even though they play different positions in the national basketball association. They both can dominate the court with their leadership, their skills, and their strength. Surprisingly, there are just as many differences as there are similarities between the legend and the soon to be if all goes well. The differences that set them apart from each other are their statistical analysis, NBA achievements, and their history with the NBA finals. The NBA has changed over the years and over those years many of basketball players have been compared to well-known basketball stars but they have never been put on a pedestal to where they’re are better than legends until now. Although Lebron James is a well –respected basketball player, he is not a better basketball player than Michael Jordan. Lebron James is no doubt a better rebounder and passer, but if you see Jordan’s stats, you will see that he is a better scorer and shooter. Lebron’s first seven season he accumulated a 27.8 point per game average along with...
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...like Evans son suggests, Evans decides to ride into town in the morning and discuss the situation. This is where he comes across Russel Crowes character, Ben Wade, as he robs a wagon heavily guarded with Pinkerton guards. Wade is seen as a brutal but reasonable figure, especially in comparison to his partner Charlie Prince. As an outlaw, Wade can’t be a traditional hero but in the face of the greedy railroad company that is portrayed in the film as being very cruel as well, Wade is put in a kind of heroic light. Evans goes to great lengths to provide for his family and he risks death by escorting Wade to a prison train with Wade’s barbaric gang on his back for money. However, Evans really could not have achieved what he did without the cooperation of Wade, who seems to hold a certain amount of respect and sympathy for him. In the end with Evan’s death Wade kills all the members of his gang and climbs on the prison train by choice. This can only be explained by his sympathy for Evan and makes Wade a kind of heroic figure, standing up for Evans who has been victimized by the corrupt railroad company that Wade steals from. Wade clearly pities Evans and makes many sacrifices to help him and his family when he could easily kill Evans at any time and make his escape from custody. Although Evans is a very admirable character Wade is a much more heroic figure. Evans is first introduced inside of a domestic space a place that is very uncharacteristic of western heroes. From the very...
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...“I’ve failed over and over again in my life and that is why I succeeded,” is the quote that I choose to open up my This I Believe essay and now I have branched that out into a digital story. My digital story has the songs “Cinema” and “Gotta Have It” and it is about the struggles that Lebron James had to endure in order to get his championship ring. The theme of my digital story and essay is, in retrospect, failure is success. The style of my essay and digital story is anecdotal. The combination of the theme and style in my essay and digital story is what helps incorporate the “So What?” First, already know that the theme of my essay and digital story is, in retrospect, failure is success but now I have to show you how it shown in my pieces. The theme is shown in my essay by the sentence, “The only way to learn how to ride a bike is to fail multiple times and to learn from your mistakes.” This quote from my essay depicts how the them is shown in it by giving and anecdotal explanation on how no matter how many times you might fail, the information that you gather will help you out in the end. The theme is shown in my digital story from the several pictures of Lebron James training after he lost the NBA finals in 2011 and which lead to winning the finals in 2012 because he learned from his mistakes/ failure and he succeeded. Next, you already know that the theme of my essay and digital story is anecdotal but now I have to show you it is shown in my pieces. A quote from my This...
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...Leonardo Rodriguez Professor Young Intro to Academic Reading 22 September 2015 Journal Entry #1 Lebron James: Why he can't be Compared to Micheal Jordan To begin with, I chose this article because I love sports and the Lebron James-Micheal Jordan debate is on that's been going on for years. People that are huge sports fanatics and love the game of basketball can argue about this topic for hours and would not be able to come to a conclusion. One thing is for sure though. Lebron James is still active in the NBA and his career has not ended so we really don't know who's better until he retires. In sports it is natural to let our minds wonder, “ who was the greatest?” and “ will so- and - so surpass so-and-so? This entire Lebron James could be the Greatest of All Time “argument” is growing tiresome. First he's still completing his body of work. Secondly he's only won two NBA championships, the traditional measuring stick of all the NBA’s greatest players, and lastly they are two completely different players. Jordan is Jordan and Lebron is Lebron. I completely agree with this article. Maybe if Lebron James played before Michael Jordan this would be a different story, but the fact of the matter is he didn't. Lebron James is 30 years old and still has many years in the National Basketball Association. Hes going to definitely keep putting up big numbers. Hes going to make his case stronger and this debate stronger. But for now you just can't compare Lebron James to Michael...
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...Winning Time The Miami Heat and San Antonio Spurs have kicked off the NBA Finals in what appeared to be one of the greatest series ever. The Spurs were looking for revenge after last year’s heartbreaking defeat after being up 3-2 in the series. In game 6 of last year’s NBA Finals the Spurs looked to have it in control as Tony Parker hit a couple big shots for the Spurs with a two possession lead under a minute to play. But just when you thought the Heat were out and fans were exiting from American Airlines Arena, something special happened. LeBron James hit a huge three pointer to bring the Heat back within 2 and then Kowhai Leonard missed 1 out of 2 free throws to give the Spurs a 3 point lead with just under 20 seconds left to play. Running back on defense everybody in the world knows LeBron is taking this shot and going to try and tie the game to send it to overtime. LeBron misses; the rebound goes to Chris Bosh as he kicks it out to Ray Allen, with Mike Breen on the call as he would say “BANG, TIE GAME.” Ray Allen tied the game with 5 seconds left and from that point on everybody knew the Heat were going to win and tie up the series and eventually win in game 7. Miami would go on to be back to back champions of the NBA. This year however doesn’t seem to be that easy at all as the Spurs are up a commanding 3-1 lead with game 5 back in San Antonio on Sunday night. You could argue on which has been better, whether it’s been the Spurs offense or defense. In game 3 they set an...
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...This is one of the most controversial topics in the history of NBA today. I will finally put to rest all of the doubt that Michael Jordan is, was, and will always be the best player ever to play in the NBA. I know I sound bias but everyone in the world is comparing LeBron James to Michael Jordan. There are many similar traits about the two players but there are also many differences. I will cover as many as possible in both areas about both players and once you read the facts you will finally understand why Jordan is the King not James. Michael Jordan started his basketball career when he went to the University of North Carolina. While attending college he won a national championship and cemented that he was a great college player. Jordan was drafted into the League in 1984 and from there the rest is history. Michael Jordan was a Six-time NBA champion (1991-93, 1996-98); NBA MVP (1988, '91, '92, '96, '98); 10-time All-NBA First Team (1987-93, 1996-98); All-NBA Second Team (1985); Defensive Player of the Year (1988); Nine-time All-Defensive First Team (1988-93, 1996-98); Rookie of the Year (1985); 14-time All-Star; All-Star MVP (1988, '96, '98); Two-time Olympic gold medalist (1984, '92). He was also the all-time leader for average points per game with 30.1. LeBron James was drafted into the league straight out of high school in 2004. He has played in the NBA for ten years and for two teams. LeBron is a three-time NBA regular season MVP and one-time NBA Finals MVP, two-time...
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...Michael Jordan vs LeBron James This is one of the most controversial topics in the history of NBA today. I will finally put to rest all of the doubt that Michael Jordan is, was, and will always be the best player ever to play in the NBA. I know I sound bias but everyone in the world is comparing LeBron James to Michael Jordan. There are many similar traits about the two players but there are also many differences. I will cover as many as possible in both areas about both players and once you read the facts you will finally understand why Jordan is the King not James. Michael Jordan started his basketball career when he went to the University of North Carolina. While attending college he won a national championship and cemented that he was a great college player. Jordan was drafted into the League in 1984 and from there the rest is history. Michael Jordan was a Six-time NBA champion (1991-93, 1996-98); NBA MVP (1988, '91, '92, '96, '98); 10-time All-NBA First Team (1987-93, 1996-98); All-NBA Second Team (1985); Defensive Player of the Year (1988); Nine-time All-Defensive First Team (1988-93, 1996-98); Rookie of the Year (1985); 14-time All-Star; All-Star MVP (1988, '96, '98); Two-time Olympic gold medalist (1984, '92). He was also the all-time leader for average points per game with 30.1. LeBron James was drafted into the league straight out of high school in 2004. He has played in the NBA for ten years and for two teams. LeBron is a three-time NBA regular...
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...In this paper I am going to be discussing whether, or not a NBA (PER) players efficiency rating have an impact on his salary. An NBA players efficiency rating consistis calculated in regard to his points per game, assist per game, minutes played per game, blocks per game, turnovers per game, field goal percentage, three point percentage, free throw percentage, rebounds per game. These stats are used to evaluate a player, or teams overall performance. These statistics are important, because it help coaches decide who to put on the court in certain aspects of the game. A player’s efficiency rate also play a huge role when it comes to general managers, and team owners choosing free agents. Performing well on the court is what the NBA players get paid large sums of money to do, so it is important to have a way to evaluate their performance. The alternative hypothesis states that NBA players in-game production, combined to form their , has an effect on the player’s salary. The null hypothesis states that NBA players in-game production, combined to form their statistics, has no effect on the player’s salary. Figure 1 is a graph of the top 10 paid NBA players, and the contracts that they are currently signed to. #1 Kobe Bryant Total earnings: $64.5 million Salary: $30.5 million Endorsements: $34 million Bryant signed a two-year, $48.5 million contract extension in November that will keep his on-court salary tops in the NBA. #2 LeBron James Total earnings: $61.1 million Salary:...
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...   In this paper I am going to be discussing whether, or not a NBA (PER) players efficiency rating have an impact on his salary. An NBA players efficiency rating consistis calculated in regard to his points per game, assist per game, minutes played per game, blocks per game, turnovers per game, field goal percentage, three point percentage, free throw percentage, rebounds per game. These stats are used to evaluate a player, or teams overall performance.  These statistics are important, because it help coaches decide who to put on the court in certain aspects of the game. A player’s efficiency rate also play a huge role when it comes to general managers, and team owners choosing free agents. Performing well on the court is what the NBA players get paid large sums of money to do, so it is important to have a way to evaluate their performance. The alternative hypothesis states that NBA players in-game production, combined to form their , has an effect on the player’s salary. The null hypothesis states that NBA players in-game production, combined to form their statistics, has no effect on the player’s salary.  Figure 1 is a graph of the top 10 paid NBA players, and the contracts that they are currently signed to. #1 Kobe Bryant Total earnings: $64.5 million Salary: $30.5 million Endorsements: $34 million Bryant signed a two-year, $48.5 million contract extension in November that will keep his on-court salary tops in the NBA. #2 LeBron James Total earnings: $61...
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...competitive characteristic stems from the likeness of other alternatives (Strategy Fundamental: Determining Sustainable Competitive Advantage, 2010). I chose the Miami Heat as my pro-sport team to discuss competitive advantage. Because signing the very talented LeBron James to its 2010-2011 rosters, the Miami Heat established competitive advantage over all other professional basketball teams in the league (Waller, 2011). Alongside Dewayne Wade, the Miami Heat has the potential to bring home another championship to the city of Miami. There is a unanimous conformity that both Dewayne Wade and LeBron James are two of the best players in the NBA (Waller, 2011). The talents of James and Wade can dominate any team to secure a win for by making all the shots, rebounds, and playing aggressive defense. Both James and Wade signify sustainable competitive advantage for the reason that they are talented basketball players. Each time the Miami Heat plays an opposing team, they possess two of the best players in the league (Waller, 2011). James and Wade are youthful, vigorous and aggressive. Acquiring these characteristics can guarantee a sure win. This distinctive form of competitive advantage is sustainable over the sequence of the 2011 NBA playoffs. Components of...
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...Comparison Prewriting Type your answers below each questions, and remember to use complete sentences. 1) Which topic have you chosen from the preapproved list? Which two main topics will you compare and contrast? I have to compare two athletes. I will compare and contrast the NBA players, Lebron James and Kobe Bryant. 2) Why have you chosen these two topics? Explain. I’ve chosen to write about Kobe Bryant and Lebron James because I feel that I will get more information about these two NBA players. They are both some well-skilled players that teenagers love even myself. 3) Which pattern of organization do you plan to use in your essay? Why? In the essay the first two will be background information stats. The rest of the essay will be comparing and contrast because you can really see the differences between these two outstanding players. 4) Which criteria do you plan to use in your essay? (AT LEAST FOUR) a. Background Information b. Stats c. Strengths and weaknesses on the court d. Training and work ethnic 5) Below, write a rough draft of your thesis sentence for this essay. Although Kobe and Lebron are different in many ways, they can compare in Stats and greatness. 6) Conduct some preliminary research, and write the Works Cited citations for TWO websites that you could use for this assignment. Lebron became an immediate NBA star player, skipped college school and joined the Cleveland cavaliers...
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...Dwayne wade Dwayne Wade is a professional basketball player and is one of the out there. He was born in 1982 in Chicago on January the 17th. In 2003 he played for Miami as there shooting guard. Few in time in 2006 and 2012 he was a 2 time NBA champion. Dwayne Wade chose the number three because it represents the holy trinity. In 2004 he played basketball for the United States as a shooting guard. He was also in the 2008 Olympics and he brought home gold from that. 10% of Dwayne Wade’s income is sent to his local church to help them out. He still plays for heat and is very happy in his position. Shortly after Dwayne Wade was born his parents split up and his mother ended up getting full custody of Dwayne Wade and his sister tragil. His mother...
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...Quote “Hard work beats talent when talent fails to work hard” -Kevin Durant The quote I chose was written by Kevin Durant. Whatke I think this quote means is that the person with the most talent doesn’t always win. It’s also saying that just because you’re the best doesn’t mean that you’re always going to be in that position. If you stop working as hard as you did to get into the position that you’re in then you can easily lose that position because there is someone out there that’s not as talented working harder. That person that is working hard is eventually going to reach a higher level of talent than you. This quote is also saying that there is always room to get better. Just because you get what you want doesn’t mean it can’t be taken away from you. Kevin Durant Born September 29, 1988 in Suitland, Maryland, is one of the most successful basketball players in the NBA right now, Kevin Durant. One of the four children born to Wanda and Wayne Pratt. After high school Durant played college ball at the University of Texas. In 2007 he was second overall in the first round of the NBA draft by the Seattle super Sonics. Kevin Durant starred in the movie “Thunderstruck’ which is tied in with his famous quote “hard work beats talent when talent fails to work hard”. Kevin Durant is a hard working player. He’s earned the title of being the NBA scoring champion three times and is a three time NBA All-star. Even though Kevin Durant has achieved those major things he still...
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...It wasn’t long ago that I was a young boy cheering on the Lakers from my home in SoCal. I watched in awe as one of the great dynasties in NBA history dismantled one opponent after the next. Kobe Bryant was a young superstar being called the next Jordan and Shaq was making his defenders look like Sunday brunch. Those were the days when I was a diehard fan, watching countless games, idolizing the skilled athletes, and wishing to be in their shoes someday. In recent years, however, I’ve lost all interest in the NBA and the disgrace of a league that it’s become. So, how did this all happen? How did I go from being the biggest basketball fan I know to a despiser of the league and everything it represents? Let’s go back to the days when I was first followed basketball. I was in elementary school and some of my friends were Lakers fans. I watched a few games with them and really got into the action. I loved everything about the Lakers, from their players, to their history, to the color of their jerseys. I followed the team religiously as they won multiple championships. I couldn’t believe the team that played just an hour from where I lived was experiencing such tremendous success. They’d just won their third straight title and I couldn’t have been happier. The year they signed Payton and Malone was when my love for the game reached its peak. Watching five future hall of famers on the same team was incredible. Of course, the Lakers lost to the Pistons in the finals that year, and...
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