If LeBron James doesn’t return to Cleveland as a player, the Cavaliers and their fans continued to let him know how much he means to them.

CLEVELAND, Ohio — For what could be the final time, LeBron James sat on a bench at Rocket Arena as the focal point of a city’s attention. Wednesday night at Rocket Arena carried the weight of memory.

There are quite a few rumblings that LeBron James might end up finishing his career where it began -- with the Cavs.

LeBron James was overcome with emotion as the Cavaliers welcomed him back to Cleveland with the Lakers in town on Wednesday.

Could this be James' final game in Cleveland?

CLEVELAND — LeBron James’ longest single tenure with a franchise is his current run with the Lakers. And his best seasons may have come during his four years with the Heat. But for James, Cleveland is where it all started and where he’s spent most of his ongoing 23-year NBA career.

LeBron James’ future has been one of the biggest talking points this season. Some believe he is ready to hang up his boots, while others feel he has one more season left in him.

Rich Paul explains how LeBron James reshaped Cleveland far beyond basketball.