A former NBA player has suggested that LeBron James faced punishment due to his conduct during the national anthem, according to a report published Friday. The claim did not identify the former player or specify the nature of the punishment. The report included a photograph of James, listed as a forward for the Philadelphia 76ers, on the court at Madison Square Garden before the second quarter of a game against the New York Knicks on October 20, 2026. No further details were provided.
Former NBA Star Claims LeBron James Punished for National Anthem Behavior
