On July 24, 2026, President Donald Trump shared his opinions about NBA legend LeBron James during a discussion in the Oval Office. Trump, who has consistently stated he is ‘not a fan’ of James, made his comments following an announcement that James would be joining the Philadelphia 76ers.
In a conversation with Fox News reporter Peter Doocy, Trump expressed skepticism about James’s basketball legacy. When asked if James might be considered the greatest NBA player of all time, Trump indicated his preference for Michael Jordan, mentioning their shared golf outings. Trump suggested that James “maybe he’s a racist” who held negative views toward him.
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