Donald Trump prefers Michael Jordan over LeBron James for personal reasons
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 11:00 PM
Last updated Jul 24, 2026
President Donald Trump stated his preference for Michael Jordan over LeBron James during a recent Oval Office appearance. Trump called Jordan the 'best player ever' and cited his personal admiration for him. He also speculated about LeBron James, questioning whether he might be a 'racist' and suggesting that he does not like Trump. Trump's remarks come amid ongoing discussions about the legacies of both players in the NBA.
- •Trump discussed basketball preferences in the Oval Office on July 24, 2026.
- •He referred to Michael Jordan as a 'really good guy.'
- •Trump implied LeBron James may harbor negative sentiments towards him.
- •This exchange adds to the public discourse about Jordan and James's legacies.
- 11:00 PMYahoo Sports — Donald Trump on preferring Michael Jordan over LeBron James: 'I only like people that like me'
"Donald Trump on preferring Michael Jordan over LeBron James: 'I only like people that like me'
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