LeBron channels inner Ric Flair in postgame interview
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LeBron James & Tristan Thompson on tonight's @Cavs opener & Championship celebration! 🏀🏆💍 pic.twitter.com/EsrlYP8owp
— NBA (@NBA) October 26, 2016
Woo!
That was LeBron James' main message after his Cleveland Cavaliers kicked off the 2016-17 campaign with a 117-88 win over the New York Knicks at Quicken Loans Arena on Tuesday night.
The noted wrestling fan gave a shoutout to Ric Flair as he raved about the "perfect night" for Cleveland fans. The Cavs picked up their championship rings and the victory, while the Cleveland Indians took a commanding 6-0 lead in Game 1 of the World Series nearby at Progressive Field.
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