Former NBA player Steven Hunter on LeBron James: 'Trust me: MJ could've gotten one of his sons in the league if he chose to abuse his power like that'

Serena Williams roasting LeBron James’ hairline at the ESPYS “I truly hope Bronny has a long career. So long that he will see his hairline recede. Then miraculously un-recede… like dad”💀 -via x.com / July 12, 2024

There’s been a lot of conversation about nepotism, and an ex-NBA vet called it an “abuse of power” by the NBA’s all-time leading scorer, especially considering Bronny got a guaranteed four-year deal worth nearly $8 million. “For those that don’t know… Late second round picks don’t get guarantees (especially before summer league ),” Steven Hunter wrote on social media, via OutKick. “Typically late second round picks don’t get 4 year guaranteed roster spot deals either. This wasn’t earned, I’m sorry… And it’s an egregious abuse of power from LBJ [LeBron James] & Rich Paul. It’s a slap in the face to all of the kids out there who work their a–es off to get to the league. It’s sneaky hollywood s— like this that turns a lot of people off about Lebron. -via FOXnews.com / July 12, 2024

The Los Angeles Lakers star James sat down for an interview this week with Craig Melvin of NBC’s “Today.” During the interview, James, who will be competing for Team USA at the Paris Olympics this summer, was asked whether he would be participating at the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles as well. James stated affirmatively that he would not be and added that he won’t even be in the L.A. area when the Olympics are held there. “No, I won’t be there,” said James. “I’m getting the hell out of that city when the Olympics come to Los Angeles. Alright, I’ll live there all year. I will not be in Los Angeles in ‘28. I’m getting out of there.” -via Larry Brown Sports / July 12, 2024