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When LeBorn's fist MVP tenure started?
At the conclusion of the 2008-09 season, James finished second in NBA Defensive Player of the Year voting and made his first NBA All-Defensive Team.
What team he was playing at that time?
James became the first Cavalier to win the MVP Award.
How did he do with Cavalier?
best home record in league history.
With final averages of 28.4 points, 7.6 rebounds, 7.2 assists, 1.7 steals, and 1.2 blocks per game.
How was the reception from the press?
ESPN, John Hollinger later wrote, "He's having what is arguably the greatest individual season in history, and it's time we gave him his due for it..
Did other journalists express similar views?
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What was the outcome for LeBorn James for his MVP?
In the playoffs, Cleveland swept the Pistons and the Atlanta Hawks to earn a matchup with the Orlando Magic in the Conference Finals.

Question: Did his good performance continue?
Self-contained rewrite: Did LeBron James' good performance continue after 2008-2009?