"We have a lot to review, but it was only one game. The chances of us winning or losing were both fifty percent. I hope we meet them again in the Finals. By then, we'll be fully prepared."
Although they had lost, James was in a good state of mind after the game.
After all, despite all the off-court factors surrounding it and the massive attention it had drawn, this was still only a Regular Season game.
Just like beating the Warriors, winning was a good boost for morale, but losing was simply losing.
And from his words, it was clear that James was unwilling to accept the loss. If the two sides played a seven-game series, he still had confidence that he could lead his team to victory.
"Before today's game, Woj reported that the Heat passing on Tang in the 2011 draft had something to do with you. Is that true?"
The FOX Sports reporter, who loved stirring up trouble, spoke up.
The question immediately caused a stir among the reporters below.
James raised an eyebrow and glanced at the reporter, his look seeming as though he wanted to kill him.
"Next question."
He gave no direct answer and chose to ignore it.
That reaction triggered an even bigger commotion below.
The moment that question had been asked, the answer was already apparent. James's refusal to deny it was an admission.
Now this was going to be interesting.
In another room, the Pelicans were also holding a press conference.
Tang Tian had put on an outstanding performance that night and became the target of the media's questions.
Besides the usual praise, some reporters also brought up the same issue.
"What do you think of the report that LeBron agreed to let the Heat pass on you in the