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How Jay Z Motivated LeBron James for the NBA Finals Victory

LeBron James is, and always will be, a Jay Z fan, so it's only fitting that the now three-time NBA champion salute the God MC for his motivation to take home another win!
How Jay Z Motivated LeBron James for the NBA Finals Victory
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By Toni Akindele · Updated October 27, 2020

The Cleveland Cavaliers took home a big win Sunday night after a remarkable seven-game series in the NBA Finals. LeBron James was unanimously named MVP for demonstrating incredible athleticism and sportsmanship to which he attributes to the motivating Jay Z.  

LeBron shouting out both Janet Jackson and Jay-Z. #NBAFinals pic.twitter.com/IqTPqpyuhB

— #FreeSluggahJells (@SluggahJells2) June 20, 2016

“Like Jay-Z said you gotta keep low and keep firing and that’s exactly what I did,” said the championship victor.

Iman Shumpert Celebrates Cavs NBA Championship Win With Daughter ‘Junie’

Where did @KingJames draw inspiration from during one of the biggest games of his career? @S_C_ lyrics, of course.https://t.co/VuhS9uVF9f

— FOX Sports (@FOXSports) June 20, 2016

Meanwhile, Jay Z shared congratulatory words to “King James” and also acknowledged the Warriors on Twitter.

Wow. One of the best finals ever. So proud of King James. Salute Warriors Happy Father's Day to all.

— Mr. Carter (@S_C_) June 20, 2016

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