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LeBron James Defends Patriotism After Trump Critique
Stephen A. Smith defends LeBron James after Trump calls him a 'total disgrace' for pregame anthem actions.
In brief
Stephen A. Smith defends LeBron James after Trump calls him a 'total disgrace' for pregame anthem actions. LeBron James dismissed Trump's criticism of his pregame anthem routine as a 'slow news day' after a 29-point comeback win. Originally reported by EssentiallySports.
Trump Criticizes LeBron
Donald Trump called LeBron James a 'total disgrace' after footage showed James practicing mock golf swings during the national anthem.
“total disgrace”
James Responds to Trump
LeBron James dismissed Trump's criticism as a 'slow news day in the office' after Philadelphia's 114-106 comeback win over Cleveland.
“slow news day in the office”
Smith Defends James
Stephen A. Smith argued LeBron's career achievements and role model status outweigh a single moment of pregame restlessness during the anthem.
“he deserves better than that from us”
Trump's Rally Comments
Trump questioned James' focus during the pregame ceremony and criticized WNBA players for similar anthem snubs during the Finals.
“wnba players”
76ers Focus on Play
Head coach Nick Nurse prioritized on-court preparation over off-court distractions after the 29-point comeback win.
“29-point comeback”
What matters most
LeBron James dismissed Trump's criticism of his pregame anthem routine as a 'slow news day' after a 29-point comeback win.
