Thanks for posting the article. And I was also able to pick up on Ms. James and her man and the vibe they threw out. What Gloria James needs to realize is that LeBron is her SON, not her MAN, and she needs to maintain that distance.
I've seen some commentaries where the writers have felt that Anne Iverson is a little too worshipful of her son Allen. Last summer, I recalled Ms. Iverson calling Allen "A.I." like she was some rapper's groupie.
A few other thoughts about LeBron:
After he gets his NBA and sneaker $$$, he needs to get solid financial planning and a strong investment portfolio. Quality black-owned financial management firms exist. He doesn't need ex-cons handling his business affairs.
Glad to read that he's got a 3.2 GPA. It would be nice to further his education. Kevin Garnett and Kobe Bryant, two of the best HS-to-NBA guys, have both reportedly taken college classes. Don't know about Tracy McGrady, though.
Then again, Kobe is hard to compare anyone to because he grew up in comfort with dad Joe (Jellybean) Bryant, as a constant presence.
Seems that Coach Walker and his family's involvement in LeBron's life has given him a nice boost.