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Sport Science: Breaking Down LeBron James’ Chase Down Block »

Over the last two years the Chasedown Block has become one of LeBron James’ signature moves. Actually, the Cavaliers have been keeping track of the new stat. A “chase down” refers to a block from behind or the side, usually when a defender catches an offensive player who is running ahead. They often come in situations where the ballhandler assumes he’s got an easy basket or, at the least, an uncontested one. The style of block was nicknamed by Cavs television voice Fred McLeod, who first started to notice it when he worked for the Detroit Pistons and Tayshaun Prince made a habit of it. James has mastered this technique as seen very often on NBA’s daily Top 10 plays. If you’d like to learn a little bit more about the Chasedown Block check out the following episode of Sport Science.

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Apr 21, 2010 at 9:10 am | lebron-james • nba-info

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Nike LeBron VII (7) Low Sample – Black/Red Plum-Dark Grey »

We’ve seen more than enough different versions of the Nike LeBron VII Low and yet Nike’s coming at us with two different models. You can see them both summed up here. There’s plenty to choose from already, however, Nike is expected to release a new Black on Black colorway later this year. Of course there’s nothing spectacular about an all black sneaker, but I’m sure there are still some fans, who can’t wear kicks any other way. So here it is… a preview of the upcoming LeBron 7 Lows. The shoes feature what seems to be a high quality leather upper including a croc texture wraparound. More photos after the break.

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nike air max lebron 7 low ss black black 1 03 Nike LeBron VII (7) Low Sample Black/Red Plum Dark Grey
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Apr 21, 2010 at 8:52 am | lebron-vii • nike-lebron-shoes