Trump Criticizes LeBron James Over Anthem Warmups
President Donald Trump criticized NBA star LeBron James, labeling him a disgrace for appearing to continue warmups during the national anthem before a Philadelphia 76ers game.
Colorado Springs Pueblo, CO, October 22, 2026 —
President Donald Trump criticized NBA star LeBron James over his conduct before a Philadelphia 76ers game, calling him a disgrace for appearing to continue warmups during the national anthem, according to the available account.
The description says James appeared to keep warming up while the anthem was being performed. It does not provide details about the specific game, when it took place, or where Trump made his criticism. It also does not explain how the account established what James was doing during the anthem.
No response from James, the 76ers, or the NBA was included in the information provided. The circumstances surrounding the criticism, including whether Trump offered further remarks or referred to a particular moment, were also not specified.
The account does not state whether the incident prompted any action by the team or league. It provides no information about the anthem’s performance, the game’s outcome, or the reactions of people who attended or watched the game. Those details cannot be established from the description alone.
As presented, the episode centers on Trump’s criticism and the claim that James appeared to continue warming up during the anthem before a 76ers game. The available information does not provide additional context or independently verify the characterization of James’s actions.
Story summarized from the original created by DAN GELSTON, Associated Press on www.fox21news.com, see more information here.
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