Associated Press - November 20, 2009 8:35 AM ET

CLEVELAND (AP) - A new combat-ready mural of Cavaliers All-Star LeBron James may be too much for city officials in Cleveland.

Design officials tabled a proposal Thursday by Nike to erect a 10-story tall mural of a bare-chested James. Over his left shoulder would be the words "Prepare for Combat," topped by the Nike trademark swoosh.

The city thinks the display should project a more positive tone and have a Cleveland reference.

The mural would replace 1 of James that's two years old and has become a landmark hanging across from Quicken Loans Arena. Promoters say James asked for a fresh look.

Information from: The Plain Dealer, http://www.cleveland.com

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