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Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James opened up on the tweet he posted criticising the media for their take after Joel Embiid’s injury. The LA star called out the media defending Embiid after media outlets and pundits criticised the Philadelphia 76ers star after he missed the Golden State clash despite warming up before the contest. Not only did the player was brutally attacked but the team was also fined $75,000 for failing to list Embiid’s injury before the game.
The LA Lakers icon came in defence of Embiid and called out the media outlets for their brutal take. Recently, James opened up about the tweet and said he meant what he tweeted. James said, “I sent my tweet out in regards to the whole situation and that’s how I felt about it… I meant it.”
He is here for a reason: LeBron James heaps praise on Brandon Miller
LeBron James heaped praises on the Charlotte Hornets rookie Brandon Miller after their Monday matchup. The 39-year-old had nothing but good things to say about the 21-year-old star, who fought for his side and scored 33 points against the Lakers. Not only this. But with it. Miller became the first rookie in Hornets history to have back-to-back 30-point games.
James lauded the young star and said, "He's here for a reason. He'll continue to get better. I love what I see from him at this stage of his career."
Miller and James shared a moment after the game and both were seen talking. Miller revealed what the NBA superstar told him and said, “I remember him saying I’ve gotten better every game I’ve played. Hats off to him, the greatest player in the NBA, for sure.”