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INDEPENDENCE, Ohio -- It would have been hard to imagine back when the Miami Heat were coming off consecutive championships a few seasons ago that LeBron James and Dwyane Wade would both leave the franchise as free agents in short order.Yet sure enough, James went back to his hometown Cleveland Cavaliers in 2014 and Wade joined his hometown Chicago Bulls this summer, shifting the balance of power in the Eastern Conference.With the Bulls and Cavaliers set to play a preseason game Friday, James confirmed that he hoped Wade would have ended up in Cleveland with him.We couldnt afford him, James said. Its that simple.Wade signed a two-year deal with Chicago in the offseason worth about $47 million. The Cavs, well above the salary cap with a star-studded core of James, Kyrie Irving, Kevin Love and Tristan Thompson all signed to long-term deals, could have offered Wade only the taxpayer midlevel exception, worth about $3.5 million.Cleveland ended up using the MLE to retain?Richard Jefferson.Who wouldnt be interested in a Hall of Famer? Cavs coach Tyronn Lue said, referring to Wades likely spot in the Hall. That dont even make sense. Yeah, we wanted him.James, who has maintained his friendship with Wade since leaving Miami, unsurprisingly backed Wades decision to join the Bulls after playing the first 13 years of his career with the Heat.I support my guys -- you guys know that, James said. That was a decision that he wanted to make, and I support him.Just as James community outreach in Akron, Ohio, comprises such a big element in his life since returning to the Cavs, Wade has said that being in Chicago can help him effect positive change in his city.My purpose for being back in the city is bigger than basketball, Wade said last month. Basketball is a big part of it, of course. Its what I do for a living. But I think my purpose at the end of the day is hopefully to come to Chicago and be a part and be the voice that can help bring people together.James, who shared the ESPYS stage with Wade this summer to encourage athletes to raise their social awareness, said he has spoken to Wade about continuing that cause.Weve had a lot of conversations, James said. I dont really like to talk about what we talk about, but hes done some things in the community already since hes been back to Chicago, and obviously he has a lot of ties there, being from there. So I think its been good for not only him but for the city, more importantly.While the Big Three era in Miami will be remembered for two titles, four trips to the Finals, a 27-game win streak and creating the free-agent frenzy for superstars that exists today, James said he isnt shocked that it didnt last longer.In professional sports, things can change from one year to another like that, so Ive always had that perspective ever since I came into the NBA, James said. Ive always known its a business and you could be with one team this year -- have teammates this year, the next year you might not have them. Thats part of the business. So Ill always have that perspective. Julian Edelman Jersey .Y. -- Vancouver Canucks goaltender Roberto Luongo had little trouble picking up his first shutout of the season against a Buffalo Sabres team thats having trouble scoring goals. Stephon Gilmore Youth Jersey . 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Norv Turner will mark his 30th year of coaching in the NFL as the offensive co-ordinator, as widely reported for weeks, and George Edwards will be the defensive co-ordinator. If youre like me and and are heading into Week 4 down 30 points thanks to 10 receptions for 173 and a touchdown for A.J. Green, then you know we have a hill to climb. Here we go!Injuries heading into Week 4:QB Russell Wilson (knee) -- claims he will play SundayQB Jay Cutler (thumb) -- did not practice ThursdayRB Rashad Jennings (thumb)RB Jonathan Stewart (hammy) -- out 4 weeksWR Dez Bryant (knee) -- not expected to playWR Sammy Watkins (foot) -- not expected to playTE Julius Thomas (elbow) -- game-time decisionTE Antonio Gates (hammy) -- not expected to playHouston defense loses J.J. Watt (back)Three side notes:1. WR Josh Gordon entered into a rehab facility Thursday and is not expected to play for the Browns this season.2. The Eagles and Packers are on a bye week.3. The Colts and Jaguars are playing in London Sunday morning; be sure to get your rosters set by 9:30 a.m. ET.LOCKSQB Matthew Stafford vs. ChicagoStafford has been chucking the rock this season! He has seven touchdowns in 3 weeks. Way to go Jim Bob! You also have to love the chemistry Matt has established with wide receiver, Marvin Jones, who has easily become his favorite target. This pass heavy offense has a fun match up against the Bears in week 4.(Others: Philip Rivers @ New Orleans, Joe Flacco vs. Oakland)WR Marvin Jones vs. ChicagoFrom Stafford to Jones...stack this duo heading into week 4! Jones was 6 for 205 yards and two touchdowns last week against the Packers. He has 29 targets in three games and has leapfrogged Golden Tate as the number one option for Stafford on this Lions offense.(Others: Travis Benjamin vs. New Orleans, Emmanuel Sanders @ Tampa Bay)RB Melvin Gordon vs. New OrleansGordon has scored a TD all three weeks of the fantasy season. No wonder his mom wears his jersey now...the dude is delivering! Due to injuries, Gordon has become a large part of the Chargers offense, getting 77% of the teams backfield work. Sunday he gets a juicy match up against a Saints defense that was humiliated by the Falcons last week.(Others: LeGarrette Blount vs. Bills, C.J. Anderson @ Tampa Bay)TE Coby Fleener @ San DiegoFleener was targeted 11 times in week 3, and finished the day 7 for 109 yards and a touchdown. The fact wide receiver Willie Snead was inactive helped his stat line. This week he has another favorable match up against the Chargers defense that has allowed tight ends to wrack up 87 receiving yards in 3 weeks. Keep it going Coby!(Others: Dennis Pitta vs. Oakland, Zach Miller vs. Detroit)FLOPSQB Eli Manning @ MinnesotaThe Viking defense sacked Cam Newton EIIGHT times in Week 3.dddddddddddd. This week, Eli heads to Minnesota to face this Zimmers defense with a sub par offensive line. Over / under 8 sacks? Not a prop bet I want to entertain with Eli on my fantasy starting roster.WR Alshon Jeffery?vs. DetroitJeffery is dealing with a knee and hammy issue. The Bears have a favorable matchup against the Lions, but Jeffery will draw a tough assignment against CB Darius Slay. Have realistic expectations from Alshon in Week 4.RB Matt Forte vs. SeattleThe Jets utilize Forte a ton on offense, but a date with the Seahawks does not sit well with me.TE Jimmy Graham @ New York JetsGraham went 6-for-100 yards and a touchdown last week -- fantasy owners rejoice! But can that type of productivity continue? I need to see it before I believe it. Side note: Jimmy G did not practice Thursday due to knee and back issues.SLEEPERSQB Kirk Cousins?vs. ClevelandCousins finally got it together last week against the G-Men. This week he has a favorable match up against the Browns in DC. Cleveland has allowed gunslingers to throw for over 270 yards and 2 touchdowns each game. I also like how Cousins has added wide receiver Jamison Crowder to the mix in his passing attack.(Honorable mention: Sam Bradford vs. New York Giants, Dak Prescott @ San Francisco)WR Jamison Crowder vs. ClevelandFrom Cousins to Crowder! Crowder is averaging 7 targets a game, and more importantly, many of those come in the red zone. Hes had 2 touchdowns the last two weeks and my gut is telling me that total will elevate to three against the Browns come Sunday.(Honorable mentions: Terrelle Pryor @ Washington, Tyrell Williams vs. New Orleans, Cole Beasley @ San Francisco)RB Jordan Howard?vs. DetroitBears running back Jeremy Langford is out 4-to-6 weeks with an ankle injury, which has opened the door for Howard to run right through it! And I cant wait to see him do it. Howard is the best back on the Bears roster and hes ready to prove it this week against the Lions.(Honorable mentions: Isaiah Crowell vs. Washington)TE Kyle Rudolph vs. New York GiantsI love the way Rudolph is being used in the Vikings offense. The dude has 26 targets so far this season and has developed a nice chemistry with Sam Bradford. Kyle has found the end zone the last two games and he should continue that trend on Monday night against a Giants secondary that is injury riddled.(Honorable mention: Hunter Henry vs. New Orleans)Good luck in Week 4! ' ' '