LeBron James is ready to make his debut (return) to the Cleveland Cavaliers. Check out his “First Home Game” Sprite commercial, plus a cute video of Swizz Beatz’s sons rushing the court during his performance at the NY Knicks scrimmage game inside…
LeBron James is gearing up for his very first game since announcing he would be returning to his roots…the Cleveland Cavilers. And in celebration of his homecoming, he stars in a brand new Sprite commercial titled, “The First Home Game”, which features King James visiting Patterson Park in Akron, OH, paying homage to the city that raised him.
The season doesn’t officially tip off until Tuesday night (Oct. 28th) when the Cavilers go head-to-head against the New York Knicks at the Quicken Loans Arena in Akron. But, Sprite is getting fans pumped up for LeBron's highly anticipated return.
In the 90-second ad, LeBron returns to his old stomping ground at Patterson Park where he use to play basketball as a young kid, reflecting on how his hometown impacted his life. The clip was filmed during a surprise visit last month and during their visit, Sprite revamped two outdoor courts for the community.
LeBron expressed his excitement after refurbishing the outdoor courts on social media saying,
Made a lot of great memories at Patterson Park as a kid shooting hoops and running up THAT HILL! Feels great to give back to the kids in North Hill who use it today. I hope you guys enjoy these courts and make your own great memories. You can be whatever you want to be… doctor, janitor, lawyer, teacher, police officer, football player, bus driver, etc. as long as you keep your PROMISES and work hard. Special s/o to Sprite and Futura for making this happen. #IPROMISE #StriveForGreatness
Sweet! Sprite has also created a commemorative limited-edition 12-ounce can featuring James’ likeness that will be sold in stores throughout Ohio.
Peep the ad below:
A separate 30-second version will air during the TNT broadcast of the Cavaliers-Knicks game on Thursday night.
And at a sports event in NYC.....
Last night, Swizz Beatz brought his sons Kasseem Jr. and Egypt along with him to the New York Knicks Tip Off Scrimmage game at Madison Square Garden, featuring performances by Swizz and rapper Nas.
Before the post-scrimmage performance, the Dean guys hit the court to snap a few pics with Knicks ballers Carmelo Anthony and Amar'e Stoudemire.
But during Swizz's set, Kasseem Jr. and Egypt rushed out on the court for an impromptu performance, busting out a few dance moves to their dad's hits. They are too cute! Check it:
After the game and concert....
Swizz and Nas posted up for a VIRGO "us-sie". Sexy.
And on the ride home, the guys seemed to be worn out after their performance. Ha! Fun times.
Photos: Swizz's IG
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