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Earlier tonight, LeBron James and much of the NBA world were in shock when the Cavs fired GM David Griffin while he was in the middle of negotiations to try and land Pacers superstar Paul George. According to several reports, Cavs owner Dan Gilbert did not consult LeBron about firing Griffin and Bron isn’t happy about it.
Dan Gilbert didn't consult with LeBron James prior to parting with David Griffin, sources said. James had advocated for Griffin extension
— Brian Windhorst (@WindhorstESPN) June 20, 2017
Source: LeBron is "disappointed" at Griffin's departure, as well as the timing, & "concerned" abt what this portends for Cavs going forward.
— Howard Beck (@HowardBeck) June 20, 2017
Worth noting: LeBron and Griffin had a solid working relationship. James appreciated that Griffin made the moves necessary to win. https://t.co/KEHPqvyXxa
— Howard Beck (@HowardBeck) June 20, 2017
If no one appreciated you Griff I did, and hopefully all the people of Cleveland! Thanks for what u did for the team for 3 yrs! We got us 1🏆
— LeBron James (@KingJames) June 20, 2017
Told @KingJames keeping open mind, but wants to see who Billups/Cavs put in place. James is "very serious about structure,” says source.
— David Aldridge (@davidaldridgedc) June 20, 2017
But James was “disappointed” at Griffin ouster, per source, after Griffin’s successes bringing in Smith/Shumpert/Frye/Korver last two years.
— David Aldridge (@davidaldridgedc) June 20, 2017
This probably not a smart move on Gilbert’s part considering the rumors about LeBron leaving for the Clippers after next season are heating up.