Pat Riley Discusses Championships Lost After LeBron's Departure

Pat Riley, president of the Miami Heat, expressed that the team could have won five or six championships if the 'Big Three' of LeBron James, Dwyane Wade, and Chris Bosh had remained together longer. During their four seasons together, the trio achieved significant success, winning two championships and reaching the NBA Finals every year. Riley's comments have stirred discussions, with former NBA player Ron Harper suggesting that Riley bears some responsibility for James' departure to the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2014. James' exit was particularly painful for both Riley and Wade, who admitted to feeling angry about losing the league's top player. Despite the speculation about what could have been, the reality is that the team faced challenges, including injuries and the rise of the Golden State Warriors. Ultimately, James went on to win another championship with the Cavaliers in 2016 and later with the Los Angeles Lakers in 2020, while the Heat have not captured a title since 2013.