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Officer comments on Lakers, LeBron James during JR Smith's arrest

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 4, 2026, 2:03 AM

Last updated Nov 4, 2026

Officer comments on Lakers, LeBron James during JR Smith's arrest

Summary

Former NBA player JR Smith was arrested in Royse City, Texas, on September 29 due to an active warrant. Bodycam footage from the arrest shows the arresting officer expressing his frustration about LeBron James allegedly influencing Luka Doncic's trade from the Mavericks to the Lakers. The officer referred to James using a Harry Potter reference, indicating ongoing displeasure with the trade. The Mavericks later secured the No. 1 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, selecting Cooper Flagg, possibly softening the blow of losing Doncic.

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By the Numbers

•JR Smith was arrested for an active warrant on September 29.
•The arrest occurred in Royse City, Texas.
•Bodycam footage shows officer criticizing LeBron James for Doncic's trade.
•Mavericks won the No. 1 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft.
•The officer used a Harry Potter reference to express his feelings.

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2:03 AMYahoo Sports — Police officer drops spicy Lakers, LeBron James-Luka Doncic take in middle of JR Smith’s arrest

What they're saying

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Former NBA star JR Smith was arrested on September 29 in Royse City, Texas, after an automated license plate reader flagged his vehicle for an active warrant over an alleged incident with a family member on September 18. The bodycam footage of the arrest has been made public, and, well, it turns out the police officer had a few things to say about […] The post Police officer drops spicy Lakers, LeBron James-Luka Doncic take in middle of JR Smith’s arrest appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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