The question of the night following the last play of Game 3 of the NBA Finals - did Spurs forward Bruce Bowen foul LeBron James prior to the King's release of what became a failed attempt to tie the game?
The answer - irrelevant. James FT% has been subpar for the majority of the season and the playoffs, and I'd bet a turkey sandwhich he would have missed at least one just like he did in last year's Game 7 vs. the Pistons in the Conference Semi-Finals. The playoffs have been a great stage for the growth of James, but lest we forget, this is a 22 year old kid. Sure, he has Greg Odonitis, and looks to be in his mid 30's, but the reality is asking James to lead the group of ragtags around him past the juggernaut from San Antonio is a bit much. I won't be one to criticize the young man - we should all just sit back and enjoy watching the evolution of a great talent. Remember, it took Jordan 7 years to get to his first finals, and he made it with Scottie Pippen in his side pocket. Lay of King James - he isn't a choke artist or afraid to take the big shot. He should be commended for leading the talent weak Cavs this far.
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