Bullshit. Ohio might just be more of a football state, but just because Lebitch played in Cleveland didn't make him an less accepted anywhere else thought Ohio. He (was) beloved for being one of us, exceptional and what we thought loyal or a sense of true dedication.
The Cavs are the only NBA team here, he's a son of Ohio, (was actually) that made a commitment to his team, the city of Cleveland, its fans and the residents of this state about bringing a title back here.
I realize in some ways Columbus natives might "distance" themselves from the idea of Cleveland, but that's the complete opposite feeling up here. We embrace the Buckeyes because most of us we're raised 'All Ohio'.
It was the same with Bitchmade. He was going to be the local boy that brought a professional trophy back home. Didn't work out that way.
His presence on the sidelines is foolish not to mention selfish considering the time-line of the events that unfolded. It will draw unwanted/unnecessary media and fan attention.
He turned his back on this state, not just a team, the city or a few people - it was the entire fucking state.
Fuck him.