LeBron James First in all in this millennium

Categorial leaders in the NBA Finals games this millennium (2000-2016)

Points:
1. LeBron James (1,079)
2. Kobe Bryant (937)
3. Shaquille O' Neal (753)

Rebounds:
1. LeBron James (396)
2. Tim Duncan (382)
3. Shaquille O' Neal (343)

Assists:
1. LeBron James (289)
2. Kobe Bryant (187)
3. Tony Parker (130)

Made Three-Pointers
1. LeBron James (68)
2. Stephen Curry (57)
3. Ray Allen (55)

Steals:
1. LeBron James (74)
2. Kobe Bryant (65)
3. Dwyane Wade (53)

LeBron, Wade, Simmons working out together in Los Angeles

LeBron James and Dwyane Wade are working out together in Los Angeles, and this time it's no big deal.

Now that Wade, one of James' closest friends, plays for the Chicago Bulls and not the Miami Heat, where he and James once won two NBA championship together, their joint, summer sessions draw little more than a yawn.

James posted a couple pictures to his Instagram account Wednesday indicating that he is indeed preparing for the 2016-17 season by working out with, among others, Wade.

The workouts are taking place at UCLA, near James' home in Los Angeles, and appear to include James' Cavs teammates Richard Jefferson and Jordan McRae, as well as Philadelphia 76ers rookie Ben Simmons.

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At least four members of the Cavs' support staff, including assistant coach Phil Handy and Mike Mancias, James' trainer, are also participating in Los Angeles, as is Wade's trainer David Alexander, who has a business relationship with James' wife, Savannah.

Simmons and James are linked by the agent they share -- Rich Paul. The 76ers drafted Simmons first overall in June.

James and Wade are always tied together, from the vacations they take (banana boats, anyone?), to the stands for social justice they make, to James' desire to one day reunite and add Carmelo Anthony and Chris Paul to the mix for an aging super team. 

But, until Wade left Miami this summer for the Bulls, James would often go to South Beach to visit or work out with Wade, and those trips usually caused minor controversies (however ridiculous this sounds, some would speculate that James' trips there signaled his interest in rejoining the Heat).

James signed a three-year, $100 million deal (with a player's option for the third year) to stay with the Cavs this month.

Virtually all of the Cavs are supposed to join James in Los Angeles for pre-training camp workouts in September, but the dates of those sessions are unclear. James is also going to Asia for his annual tour with Nike sometime in September.

Cleveland's media day is Sept. 26, and the first practice for defending the Cavs' 2016 title is the next day.

For those of you keeping score, today was also the first day of school for James' sons -- LeBron Jr. (11) and Bryce (9). Junior is now a sixth grader, while Bryce is in the fourth grade.

Wade Wrote A Letter To Miami Heats.

Dear Miami,
This has been an extremely emotional and tough decision to come to. After 13 years, I have decided to embark on a new journey with the Chicago Bulls. This was not an easy decision, but I feel I have made the right choice for myself and my family.
I started my NBA career with the Miami Heat in 2003 and it has been an honor to have played with them and help build a winning franchise with three NBA championships. I look back with pride and amazement at all we have accomplished together. I want to express my gratitude to the Arison family, Pat Riley, Coach Erik Spoelstra, the coaching staff, and the entire Miami Heat organization.
From the bottom of my heart, I want to thank the Miami community and especially #HEATNATION for all of their love and support over the years. It has been truly incredible. I am deeply moved and appreciative of the positive messages from my fans expressing that they want what's best for me and I know they will support my decision. The memories including championship parades and five conference titles are incredible moments we have shared that will always remain close to my heart as I begin the next chapter of my life.
Growing up in Robbins, Ill., I never dreamed that an NBA career could have even been possible and that one day I would wear a Chicago Bulls jersey. Watching the Bulls growing up inspired me at an early age to pursue my dream of becoming a basketball player. My most treasured memories were watching my dad play basketball on the courts of Fermi Elementary School and developing my game at the Blue Island Rec Center. I have never forgotten where I came from and I am thankful to have an opportunity to play for the team that first fueled my love of the game. Many of my family members still live in Chicago and I am excited to return home to a city very close to my heart.
I look forward to returning to my roots and to what lies ahead.
Much Love and Respect,
D. Wade

LEBRON JAMES FAVORITES TO WIN 2016-17 NBA MVP

LeBron James favorites to win 2016-17 NBA MVP 😂
Chris Walder Aug 7, 2016

Four of the last five NBA Most Valuable Player awards have gone to either LeBron James or Stephen Curry, and Las Vegas oddsmakers don't see that trend changing for the 2016-17 regular season.

The King and The Chef are the two heavy favorites to take home the Maurice Podoloff Trophy at the end of next season with 15-4 odds.

Russell Westbrook, who hinted Thursday that he has renegotiated his contract to remain with the Oklahoma City Thunder, ranks third at 4-1, while Kevin Durant, who ditched the Thunder to sign with the Golden State Warriors and play alongside Curry, is right behind at 8-1.

Player Team Odds
Stephen Curry Golden State Warriors 15-4
LeBron James Cleveland Cavaliers 15-4
Russell Westbrook Oklahoma City Thunder 4-1
Kevin Durant Golden State Warriors 8-1
Anthony Davis New Orleans Pelicans 14-1
James Harden Houston Rockets 16-1
Kawhi Leonard San Antonio Spurs 16-1
Paul George Indiana Pacers 22-1
Blake Griffin Los Angeles Clippers 22-1
Damian Lillard Portland Trail Blazers 28-1
Giannis Antetokounmpo Milwaukee Bucks 33-1
Carmelo Anthony New York Knicks 33-1
DeMarcus Cousins Sacramento Kings 33-1
Kyrie Irving Cleveland Cavaliers 33-1
Chris Paul Los Angeles Clippers 33-1
Draymond Green Golden State Warriors 50-1
Karl-Anthony Towns Minnesota Timberwolves 50-1
John Wall Washington Wizards 50-1
LaMarcus Aldridge San Antonio Spurs 66-1
Kyle Lowry Toronto Raptors 66-1
Isaiah Thomas Boston Celtics 66-1
Dwyane Wade Chicago Bulls 66-1
DeMar DeRozan Toronto Raptors 75-1
Hassan Whiteside Miami Heat 75-1
Jimmy Butler Chicago Bulls 100-1
Derrick Rose New York Knicks 100-1
Bradley Beal Washington Wizards 125-1
Andre Drummond Detroit Pistons 125-1
Andrew Wiggins Minnesota Timberwolves 125-1
Kevin Love Cleveland Cavaliers 175-1
Gordon Hayward Utah Jazz 175-1