Trump Criticizes LeBron James Over Conduct During National Anthem
President Donald Trump publicly criticized NBA star LeBron James, calling him a "disgrace" over his actions during the national anthem before a Philadelphia 76ers game.
Albany Schenectady Troy, NY, October 22, 2026 —
President Donald Trump publicly criticized NBA star LeBron James over actions during the national anthem before a Philadelphia 76ers game, calling James a “disgrace,” according to the available account.
The account does not describe what James did during the anthem, identify when the game took place, or provide further detail about Trump’s remarks. It also does not say whether James responded to the criticism or whether anyone else commented on the incident.
The information provided identifies the event as occurring before a 76ers game but does not specify the game’s date or location. It does not indicate whether James was participating in the game or attending it, and it offers no additional context about the circumstances surrounding his actions.
Trump’s criticism centers on James’s conduct during the anthem. The only quoted characterization included in the account is “disgrace.” No longer statement from Trump is provided, so the precise wording or scope of his comments beyond that description is not available.
Details that would clarify the episode—including what happened during the anthem, when the game occurred, and whether James or the 76ers addressed the criticism—were not included in the information available for this report. No additional reactions or subsequent developments were provided.
Story summarized from the original created by DAN GELSTON, Associated Press on www.news10.com, see more information here.
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