Just over 22 years ago, LeBron James was set to play his first NBA game, and it was in Canada no less. Alas, that pre-season contest in St. John’s, Nfld., which was also supposed to feature the debut of Chris Bosh and a rare east coast appearance from Vince Carter, was not to be. Moisture on the court made conditions unsafe and the game was called off.

While the Raptors have sadly never returned to Newfoundland, Toronto has seen an awful lot of James over the years — some would argue too much based on his dominance over the franchise.

There’s a chance Thursday’s appearance will be his last in Toronto. James is already playing in a record-setting 23rd NBA season and has been limited to only six games due to a debilitating back issue and entered the night averaging about half of his care

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