Tyronn Lue understands the dynamics and narrative that he and LeBron James may have had something to do with the firing of David Blatt.

"Look, they ridiculed Jesus Christ, so I'm certainly no exception," Lue told cleveland.com in an exclusive interview. "I don't care what's being said. I know how loyal I was to Coach Blatt and the people that know me understand that. I have no control over what people think. I have a job to do and I'm going to do my best."

Lue and Blatt remain on very good terms.

"Me and Blatt are cool," Lue said. "We've spoken a few times since [he was let go]. I text him a few days ago, so it's not what people want to think. To say I was doing things behind the scenes to get this job is crazy. This job? A team that's in first place? Come on.

"As long as Coach Blatt supports me, that's all that matters."