‘Maybe he’s a ‌racist’: Donald Trump takes bizarre swipe at NBA great LeBron James

Former US President Donald Trump has waded into the debate over basketball's greatest player, making a surprising and controversial statement about NBA star LeBron James. When asked at a White House press conference to weigh in on whether Michael Jordan or LeBron James holds the title of 'best ever,' Trump responded with an unexpected barb.

Instead of directly comparing their athletic achievements, Trump pivoted to a personal attack, suggesting that James might harbor racist views. "Maybe he's a racist," Trump stated, offering no further explanation for the accusation. This comment came in response to a question posed by Fox News reporter Peter Doocy, who had mentioned James's reported intention to sign with the Philadelphia 76ers.

The former president's remarks have drawn immediate attention, injecting a political and personal dimension into a discussion typically focused on sports. Trump's decision to label James, a prominent athlete and activist, as potentially racist has sparked debate and criticism, highlighting the often-contentious nature of his public statements. The context of the question, which was about basketball legacy, makes Trump's response particularly jarring and unusual.

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Maybe he's a racist.