I was perusing the latest headlines on ESPN today, and became ill when I saw that they have decided that a headline-worthy story was that Lebron James is going to be bringing back his pregame chalk-toss routine. Well done, ESPN. This is really important to know. First off, he ripped off the chalk-tossing from Kevin Garnett. Second, it's stupid. It's a cry for attention, as if he doesn't get enough while playing the game. But, most importantly, it's a dick move to the people that have to sit there and get doused with chalk to only further encourage this ever-growing ego.
Lebron, if you want to chalk up your hands, just do it. Don't make a performance out of it. When I wash my hands at work, I don't wait to make sure everyone is looking, then throw soap and water up in the air and have it land on everyone around. You know why? Because it's douchey. Don't you have enough yet? You're on every other commercial, almost all of your games are televised nationally, and it would take a forklift to move your checkbook. At some point can't you just be content? You're like that child that throws fits to get attention. Only instead of fits, it's chalk and it's landing on people. Personally, I'll take the fit over your antics any day.
