NBA player LeBron James made remarks during a press conference regarding a tweet by Houston Rockets General Manager Daryl Morey, which expressed support for pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong.
Morey’s tweet generated backlash from Chinese entities and caused tensions between the NBA and China.
James stated that Morey’s tweet was “misinformed or not really educated on the situation.” This statement led to public debate.
Protesters in Hong Kong responded by burning and trampling jerseys featuring James’ name and the Los Angeles Lakers’ colors.
James’ comments have contributed to ongoing discussions about the role of athletes in political matters. The NBA continues to address the challenges of balancing public statements and business interests.