After LeBron James's Big Move, Donald Trump Delivers Sharp Blow to NBA Star

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has sharply criticized NBA superstar LeBron James, entering the long-standing debate over who is the greatest basketball player of all time. Trump's comments came shortly after James officially signed a new contract with the Philadelphia 76ers.

When asked by a journalist to compare James with legendary Chicago Bulls player Michael Jordan, Trump expressed a clear preference for Jordan. "Michael Jordan is my friend. We play golf together. He's a really great person. And LeBron... maybe he's a racist. Or maybe he just doesn't like Trump. I don't know. I like people who like me, so I choose Michael Jordan," Trump stated.

This public exchange highlights the ongoing, nearly decade-long animosity between Trump and James. LeBron James has been a vocal critic of the Trump administration, frequently speaking out on issues of racism and social inequality, and endorsing Trump's political opponents in multiple U.S. presidential elections.

In response to James's criticisms, Trump has often used social media to mock the basketball player's intelligence. The latest comments come as James, at 41, begins his 24th NBA season with the 76ers, having averaged 24.4 points, 7.8 rebounds, and 8.2 assists per game for the Los Angeles Lakers last season. He is set to join Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey in Philadelphia, aiming for another championship.

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Michael Jordan is my friend. We play golf together. He's a really great person. And LeBron... maybe he's a racist. Or maybe he just doesn't like Trump. I don't know. I like people who like me, so I choose Michael Jordan.