Trump Criticizes LeBron James Over Anthem Actions Before 76ers Game
President Donald Trump has publicly criticized NBA star LeBron James, calling him a "disgrace" for his actions during the national anthem before a Philadelphia 76ers game.
Wichita Falls & Lawton, TX, 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 information provided.
The account does not describe what James did during the anthem, or explain what prompted Trump’s criticism. It also does not provide the date of the game, identify the location, or say whether James was playing in or attending the event. The specific wording and setting in which Trump made the criticism were not provided beyond the reported use of the word “disgrace.”
The available information does not indicate whether James responded to Trump, whether anyone else commented on the incident, or whether the criticism led to any subsequent developments. No additional details about the anthem or the game were included.
The reported episode centers on a public criticism by Trump and the timing of the actions he referenced: during the national anthem before a 76ers game. Without more information about those actions or the circumstances, the account does not establish further context for the disagreement. The information provided also does not say whether the criticism concerned a particular gesture, statement, or other conduct.
Further details about the incident, including when it occurred and any response from James, were not provided. The account describes Trump’s characterization of James’s actions but does not include an explanation from either person about the matter.
Story summarized from the original created by DAN GELSTON, Associated Press on www.texomashomepage.com, see more information here.
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