Trump accuses LeBron James of disrespecting US anthem

Former US President Donald Trump has accused NBA player LeBron James of disrespecting the United States national anthem. According to Punch Nigeria, Trump described James' pre-game warm-ups as a "disgrace." Gulf News reports that the accusation followed a video showing James appearing to practice a golf swing and imitate a basketball shot during the anthem before a game against the New York Knicks.

In a Truth Social post, Trump called the 41-year-old a "TOTAL DISGRACE" and stated that James should apologize to American military personnel and those who died for the American flag. James responded to the criticism with a sarcastic one-line remark, stating, "Must be a slow day in the office," when asked about the comments on Thursday.

The exchange occurred following a game where James recorded 17 points, 10 rebounds, and five assists to help the Philadelphia 76ers defeat the Cleveland Cavaliers 114-106.

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