Donald Trump critiques LeBron James and praises Michael Jordan
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 10:00 AM
Last updated Jul 25, 2026
During a White House news conference, Donald Trump remarked that LeBron James might be 'a racist' while asserting that Michael Jordan is the greatest basketball player. Trump's comments come shortly after James confirmed his decision to join the Philadelphia 76ers on a two-year deal. James has been vocal in his criticism of Trump's presidency. He publicly endorsed rival candidate Kamala Harris for the 2024 election, expressing concerns over his family's future. Although James and Trump have had disagreements, James has not responded to Trump's latest claims, which follow a history of criticism from Trump towards James' political activism.
- •Trump suggests LeBron James might be 'a racist'.
- •James confirmed his move to the Philadelphia 76ers.
- •James previously endorsed Kamala Harris for the 2024 election.
- •Trump has a history of criticizing James' political stance.
- •James has four NBA championships compared to Jordan's six.
- 5:27 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Maybe he’s a racist’: Donald Trump does not hold back on LeBron James
- 10:00 AMYahoo Sports — Donald Trump says LeBron James might be ‘a racist’ and labels Michael Jordan greatest ever
"One of the longest-running and most high-profile debates in sports is whether or not LeBron James or Michael Jordan is the greatest basketball player of all time. Now, Donald Trump is taking a stand while bizarrely suggesting that LeBron James could be “a racist.” During a recent press conference, Trump was asked where he stands…
"LeBron James is a staunch critic of Donald Trump and the president appears to have taken it personally
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 26, 2026, 5:27 PM‘Maybe he’s a racist’: Donald Trump does not hold back on LeBron James
One of the longest-running and most high-profile debates in sports is whether or not LeBron James or Michael Jordan is the greatest basketball player of all time. Now, Donald Trump is taking a stand while bizarrely suggesting that LeBron James could be “a racist.” During a recent press conference, Trump was asked where he stands…
- Yahoo SportsJul 25, 2026, 10:00 AMDonald Trump says LeBron James might be ‘a racist’ and labels Michael Jordan greatest ever
LeBron James is a staunch critic of Donald Trump and the president appears to have taken it personally
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