10 Harsh realities about LeBron James

#4 In a slightly different world, he would have less than 3 titles

Ray Allen making the greatest clutch shot in NBA history

At least twice in his career, LeBron's legacy as a winner has been on the line, and he hasn't been in control of it. His teammates have delivered at the perfect moment for his legacy to be what it is today.

There is absolutely no doubt that LeBron was the best player in both the 2013 and the 2016 NBA Finals. And yet, he would've had a record of 1-7 in NBA Finals if it weren't for Chris Bosh grabbing the rebound for the game-tying 3-point attempt in game 6 against the San Antonio Spurs in 2013, which Ray Allen knocked down from the right corner.

Or if it weren't for Kyrie Irving knocking down the game-winner and Kevin Love playing the defense of his life against Steph Curry in game 7 of the 2016 NBA Finals. After playing at superhuman levels on both ends of the floor for 6 games, LeBron was clearly gassed and missed 15 of his 24 shot attempts in game 7 at the Oracle Arena. It was Kyrie Irving's shot that took the Cavaliers over the line.

Yes, LeBron is a great winner, but he has carved this legacy by standing on the shoulders of giants himself.