‘I see Brian Windhorst on one of these shows not too long ago. The guy who says he’s like my (expletive) best friend,’ James said. ‘These guys … it’s weird.’
In another exchange, the Lakers star referenced previous comments about his early deal with Nike. Windhorst had previously mentioned that LeBron chose the number 23 because he wanted to be the face of the NBA, inspired by Michael Jordan and his partnership with Nike.
However, during the ‘The Pat McAfee Show,’ LeBron clarified that he signed with Nike primarily for the signing bonus, which would allow him to help move his mom out of a difficult living situation. He also expressed a desire to wear Nike gear off the court.
Brian Windhorst and LeBron James history
Brian Windhorst, a seasoned NBA reporter, has been covering the league for several years. He started his career reporting on the Cleveland Cavaliers from 2003 to 2008 and later joined ESPN in 2010. His association with LeBron James dates back to James’ high school days, and he has been following his career closely ever since.
LeBron James-Stephen A. Smith feud
James and ESPN analyst Stephen A. Smith have an ongoing feud that started when Smith commented on James’ son, Bronny. He expressed doubts about Bronny’s readiness for the NBA, suggesting that he was only in the position he was in due to his father’s influence. In response to the situation, James referred to the fallout as a ‘Taylor Swift tour run’ for Smith.