LeBron James-Memphis beef, explained: Why NBA star's appearance on YouTube show rubbed Grizzlies fans wrong
Here's what the Lakers star recently said about Memphis and how he responded to critics of those comments.
LeBron James-Memphis beef, explained: Why NBA star's appearance on YouTube show rubbed Grizzlies fans wrong originally appeared on The Sporting News . Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here . LeBron James has shared some insight into one NBA city he isn’t much of a fan of: Memphis.
The Los Angeles Lakers star, in a recent appearance on the "Bob Does Sports" YouTube show, took some digs at the home of the Grizzlies . He clarified that it wasn’t about the people who live in Memphis, but rather the travel aspect of going to the city as an NBA player, also listing Milwaukee as an unfavorable destination. James’ comments received some criticism, especially from those close to Memphis — including the city’s mayor.
Here’s what James said about Memphis, how he responded to the backlash and more. SN's NBA HQ: Live NBA scores | Updated NBA standings | Full NBA schedule LeBron James-City of Memphis beef, explained James recently had a rare in-depth media appearance on the YouTube show "Bob Does Sports," where he was asked about traveling in the NBA at the age of 41 and a longtime star. James' response specifically targeted Memphis and Milwaukee.
“A random f---ing Tuesday in Milwaukee,” James said. “Staying at the f---ing Hyatt at 41 years old. You think I want to do that s---?
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