LeBron James Responds to President Trump's Criticism of His Routine During National Anthem
Bleacher Report • • sports
Key Points:
- Philadelphia 76ers star LeBron James responded to President Donald Trump's criticism after James appeared to warm up during the national anthem before the season opener against the New York Knicks.
- Trump called James a "total disgrace" on social media and reiterated his criticism at a campaign rally in Iowa.
- James dismissed the criticism as a sign of a "slow news day" following the Sixers' 114-106 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers.
- Sixers coach Nick Nurse described Trump's comments as just "outside noise" and emphasized the team's focus on practice and game preparation.
- James has averaged 15.5 points and 9.5 rebounds in his first two games with the Sixers as they aim to improve to 3-0 against the Milwaukee Bucks.
