Cleveland's star: It is about heart. Not just a jumpshot.

The Cleveland Cavaliers lost last night.

So, if you are one of the people who is waiting for a miracle for a city that has waited for decades to have a championship team again, you know how much those on the court wanted to win.

But there was another story in last night's game that is something that deserves note.

And it involves Cleveland's superstar, LeBron James.

And it is not about his unbelievable performance -- that story has been told.

It is the story of a guy who came home to help his city.

The reason he is fighting so hard is not to get that championship ring, although that would be nice.

He knows how much this would mean to his hometown and he is working to make that dream a reality -- no matter what it takes.

And, if necessary, he is prepared to do the majority of the work himself -- even with a head injury.

That is the kind of class you do not see often -- especially in the world of professional athletics.

It is about selflessness. It is about his team. It is about the fans.

And that, not a point total, is what makes a superstar -- and a legend.

Published in Editorials on June 12, 2015 11:28 AM