Former U.S. President Donald Trump has accused NBA superstar LeBron James of disrespecting the national anthem, calling the star’s pre‑game warm‑ups a “disgrace.”
Trump’s remarks come as he criticises what he sees as a lack of reverence for the U.S. anthem, which is traditionally played before every professional basketball game. James, a four‑time NBA champion, has long been known for his pre‑game routine that includes vocal warm‑ups and stretches.
“It’s a disgrace,” Trump said, condemning James’s pre‑game warm‑ups as disrespectful to the national anthem.
The comments were reported by Punch Nigeria, which cited Trump’s statement as the source of the accusation.
The U.S. national anthem, “The Star-Spangled Banner,” is a symbol of national pride and is played before sporting events to honour the country. Critics and supporters alike often debate the appropriate way to observe the anthem during games.
<small>Source: Punch Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>