LeBron James's career with the Cleveland Cavaliers featured numerous iconic moments that defined both his legacy and the franchise's history. Here are the five most significant moments, ranked in ascending order of importance:

5. Game-Winning Three vs Orlando (2009) During the 2009 Eastern Conference Finals, James hit a crucial buzzer-beating three-pointer against the Orlando Magic to even the series 1-1. Though the Cavaliers ultimately lost the series, this shot showcased James's clutch ability in high-pressure situations.

6. 82-Foot Shot vs Celtics (2006) In a remarkable display of skill, James made an 82-foot shot against the Boston Celtics - the longest basket of his professional career. The shot proved decisive in a three-point victory, demonstrating his extraordinary shooting range.

7. 56-Point Performance (2005) In just his second NBA season, James set what was then the Cavaliers' single-game scoring record with 56 points. Though the team lost the game, this performance early in his career highlighted his exceptional scoring ability.

8. Detroit Playoff Dominance (2006) In a double-overtime playoff game against the Detroit Pistons, James delivered one of the greatest playoff performances ever, scoring 48 points total. Most impressively, he scored 29 of the team's final 30 points, including 25 consecutive points.

9. 2016 NBA Championship James's greatest moment came when he led the Cavaliers to their first NBA championship in 2016, overcoming a 3-1 deficit against the 73-win Golden State Warriors. His iconic block on Andre Iguodala in the final minutes of Game 7 helped secure the victory, fulfilling his promise to bring a title to Cleveland.

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