Did LeBron James Announcement At The Beginning Of The Season Set A Tone For The NBA?
- 6 years ago
At the start of the 2017-18 NBA season, while giving a stirring address about the state of the nation, LeBron James said he would stand for the national anthem.
James had complimented NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick for the message he sent by kneeling during the national anthem but said he would not take part.
According to ESPN's Zach Lowe, that was a big relief to the NBA front office. Lowe said on Bill Simmons' podcast that James' declaration had an impact on the rest of the league.
James had complimented NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick for the message he sent by kneeling during the national anthem but said he would not take part.
According to ESPN's Zach Lowe, that was a big relief to the NBA front office. Lowe said on Bill Simmons' podcast that James' declaration had an impact on the rest of the league.