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LeBron James Departure

LeBron James spent four seasons with the Miami Heat, winning two championships before departing in 2014.

LeBron James left the Miami Heat in 2014 after four seasons, returning to the Cleveland Cavaliers. He had joined the Heat as a free agent in 2010 in a controversial move announced in the television special The Decision. During his time in Miami, James won his first two NBA championships in 2012 and 2013, earning MVP and Finals MVP honors both years. After four seasons, he returned to Cleveland in 2014.

Quick Facts

Era span
2010–2014
Nba championships won
2 (2012, 2013)
Finals appearances
4 consecutive (2011–2014)
Head coach
Erik Spoelstra
Key teammates
Dwyane Wade, Chris Bosh
Departure destination
Cleveland Cavaliers

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