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Time of India
5 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Mo Williams on LeBron James' 2014 return to Cleveland Cavaliers: 'His game just matured, everything got better'
Image credit: Getty Images LeBron James is all set to make a record by playing the most number of seasons in the NBA when he returns to the court next season. The Los Angeles Lakers star has improved his game almost every season and showed a stark difference in his performance when he played for the Cleveland Cavaliers before and after a four-year break, during which he joined the Miami Heat. His former Cleveland Cavaliers teammate Mo Williams has revealed how he was much more mature and every bit a better basketball player when he returned to the team after his time with the Miami Heat. Mo Williams on how LeBron James was a better player when he returned to Cleveland Cavaliers in 2014 LeBron James started his NBA career with the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2003 when he was the first overall pick of the 2003 NBA Draft. He spent seven years with the team before leaving to join the Miami Heat. After four years with the Heat, he returned to the Cavaliers and spent four more years with the team. Talking about LeBron James' two stints with the Cleveland Cavaliers during his appearance on The Draymond Green Show, Mo Williams said James showed maturity in all the little things when he returned to the team after spending four years with the Miami Heat. He said, 'The first time I was there, he did all the things he was doing when he got back, but he was doing it better and more precisely [the second time]. He had it dialled in. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 2025 Top Trending local enterprise accounting software [Click Here] Esseps Learn More Undo When they talk about him taking care of his body, he was doing that the first time, but when I got with him the second time, it was like clockwork. 'You know what time he's going to get to the game. You know he's going to be at shootaround when we get there. You know he's going to be at the gym before the first bus gets there. You know when he's getting a massage. I still remember that routine because I saw it so much every single day. That was the difference I saw. And obviously, that translated to the court, just off him playing games and getting older, and just being one of the greatest players,' he added. Counting all the areas in which James showed improvement, Williams said, 'His game just matured, and everything got better. He shot the ball a whole lot better. I think that's one of the biggest things that… that part of his game obviously kept growing. The decision-making was sharper, understanding the spots where you can get a bucket when he wanted to. I think he's always had a great feel for the game.' Also Read: LeBron James on playing alongside son Bronny James: 'This whole year has been one of the most satisfying journeys' James is currently spending all his time with his family in the offseason. The Los Angeles Lakers ended their run in the NBA championship several weeks before the finals when they lost in the playoffs to the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Yahoo
14-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Mo Williams, Jackson State offer scholarship to son of NBA standout
The post Mo Williams, Jackson State offer scholarship to son of NBA standout appeared first on ClutchPoints. As Jackson State looks to retool for next season, Mo Williams is making a play for the future. Williams has offered a scholarship to Erick Dampier Jr., the son of former NBA player Erick Dampier. He announced the offer on his X account. Advertisement 'Blessed to receive a D1 offer to Jackson State University. 🙏🏽. I am thankful for the opportunity,' he said. Dampier Jr. is ranked No. 3 in ESPN's national rankings for the 2028 class. As a freshman at MRA, he averaged 13.5 points, 11.9 rebounds, and 2.0 blocks per game. He already holds early offers from Purdue and San Diego, and now Jackson State is showing interest as they aim to build a team capable of competing for SWAC Championships and making a run in March Madness. Dampier represented USA Basketball's U16 National Team at the FIBA World Cup, where he played six games and averaged 7.7 points, 6.7 rebounds, 1.3 assists, and 1.3 blocks per game. The team finished undefeated with a 6-0 record, bringing home the gold medal. Dampier Jr. is carrying on the basketball legacy of his father, Erick Dampier. Erick enjoyed a 16-year NBA career, playing for teams including the Indiana Pacers (1996-97), Golden State Warriors (1997-2004), Dallas Mavericks (2004-10), Miami Heat (2010-11), and Atlanta Hawks (2012). He retired with career averages of 7.4 points, 7.1 rebounds, and 1.4 blocks per game. Advertisement Should Dampier Jr. commit to Jackson State in the next couple of seasons, it would be a huge move, reminiscent of former Tigers head coach Deion Sanders. Mo Williams brings a level of name recognition and basketball pedigree to his recruiting, with his success in the NBA as proof of his efficacy as a teacher of the game. Dampier Jr. would also be the latest son of an NBA player to join Jackson State, as Williams's own son Mike Williams committed to the Tigers in September 2024. Williams, a 6-foot, three-star combo guard ranked No. 2 in Mississippi's 2025 recruiting class by 247Sports. Related: Son of Florida Gators legend transfers to Florida A&M Related: Former Morehouse College coach joins in-conference rival
