Trump criticizes LeBron James over anthem

Viral footage circulated showing LeBron James moving while the national anthem was performed before the Philadelphia 76ers faced the New York Knicks. The footage showed James appearing to practice a golf swing and basketball shots during the anthem. The moment came during James's debut with the 76ers. Philadelphia won the game. Donald Trump posted and commented criticizing James over the footage. Trump called James a "total disgrace" and said "He's No Good!" Trump also said "LeBron James disrespects our country!" and demanded that James apologize to military members and others who died serving the country. Left-leaning and right-leaning outlets reported the same core sequence of the circulating footage and Trump's criticism. Left-leaning headlines emphasized Trump blasting or accusing James. Right-leaning headlines emphasized the "total disgrace" label and the apology demand. No factual disputes appear in the rated coverage. Any response from James is not in the record.