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Jun 3, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) reacts in the second quarter against the Phoenix Suns during game six in the first round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs. at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports | Courtesy: Reuters
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Jun 3, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) reacts in the second quarter against the Phoenix Suns during game six in the first round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs. at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports | Courtesy: Reuters
Without a doubt, LeBron James is one of the best basketball players the world has ever witnessed. However, his influence does not end there. His popularity is unrivaled at this point. Though his game does speak for himself, his other professional and philanthropic ventures have maintained the highlight on him. That being said, any news or so related to the Ohio-native is always a big deal, often causing fans to react and debate on social media sites.
This time, it was Kanye West’s reported mention of James in his track that has caused people to take a look. The unreleased track from Donda is an apparent leak from Drake, who released his new album Certified Lovery Boy this week. As per reports, Drake played the song in his house, which was immediately shared on social media.
The song was about various topics, but there was a lyric probably pointing at James.
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What did Kanye West have to say about LeBron James?
As per the lyrics, West apparently mentions James’ kids as well. He spoke about them being sent to a school like Sierra Canyon, and not the I Promise School a part of the LeBron James Family Foundation. However, James is not mentioned in the track directly, just the name of the school.
The school is a proud initiative by James and the foundation in his hometown Akron, which helps kids who are falling behind and might be out of the system, eventually. Over the years, the foundation has worked with thousands of kids, coming up with various programs and even helping during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The lyrics West apparently garnered a mixed pool of reactions. Many fans were left confused over the words, wondering why West decided to use them. Some even spoke about James’ mention being the reason why the track is unreleased.
The whole thing, however, might not even be aimed at James. As per a podcast following West’s discography, he started the Yeezy Christian Academy, which even his kids attended. Now, though, his kids are apparently returning to Sierra Canyon.
KANYE DIDNT DISS LEBRON
Last year, Kanye started Yeezy Christian Academy and had like a dozen kids attending, including his own. But now his kids are going back to Sierra Canyon.
Why would he criticize Bron for kids who live in LA attending school in LA and not Akron? https://t.co/nYVOCbDBrk pic.twitter.com/0Tqa3Z4Kh6
— Film Colossus (@FilmColossus) September 4, 2021
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Has Kanye West previously taken a dig at James?
Reports add James was mentioned in a 2016 track by West named Facts. It was a take on James’ relation with the brand Nike. Later, though, West stated that it was in no way a negative comment made towards the four-time NBA champion. The internet has been debating over CLB and Donda since the former was released, many picking their favorite as well.
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James, at his end, is preparing for the Lakers season this year. He is relatively active on social media, providing fans with necessary updates. As of now, James is yet to comment or react to the lyrics in any way. The NBA veteran is also vacationing in Italy right now, his stories full of the ocean and other activities he has been enjoying.
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