Jason Kidd says LeBron James remains sensitive about 2011 NBA Finals defeat

Jason Kidd stated that the 2011 NBA Finals series between the Dallas Mavericks and the Miami Heat remains a sore subject for LeBron James. Despite James winning four titles in his career, the loss in 2011 is considered a significant career setback. Kidd, who played for the Dallas Mavericks during that championship run and later coached LeBron James with the Los Angeles Lakers, noted that the mention of the series continues to rile up the forward. According to Kidd, LeBron James maintains the belief that the Dallas Mavericks were fortunate to secure the championship that year. While the two figures later worked together in Los Angeles, Kidd indicated he avoids discussing the 2011 Finals unless LeBron James brings it up himself. The loss occurred after the Miami Heat held a 2-1 lead in the series before eventually falling to the Dallas Mavericks.

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