My first thought was - would Michael Jordan have taken himself out of the game? I think not.
Just another reason that LeBron will never be considered the best ever.
What happened to LeBron is something he never has experienced in the past. What he learned from this experience is that you can not mentally will your body to perform when it is suffering a series of severe leg cramps.
Why do you think people drown when they suffer a severe leg cramp in the water? Answer: forcing the legs to move, only stops the legs from moving, all the while suffering category 9 & 10 pain levels. LeBron should have listened to his body at the first sign of leg cramping.
Why him and no one else? Answer: hydration, potassium levels, awkward landing and muscle strain that exasperated the onset of cramping. One thing is certain; the look on his face was that of someone that knew his body had betrayed his mind and he was shocked to be in that situation.