“Must Be Tough to Root for the Yankees While..” – Derek Jeter Once Teased Lebron James Before Touting His NBA Greatness

Derek Jeter was one of the few players who could attract scores of people whenever he was on the team for the Yankees. This was due to his incredible performances as a player and his commanding presence, both on and off the ballpark. However, Jeter’s fanbase also includes other well-known sports personalities as well, and ‘The Captain’ once confirmed this. He mentioned how one of the best basketball players of all time was a Yankees fan.

The great that Jeter was talking about is none other than LeBron James

Derek Jeter once confirmed that LeBron James was a Yankees fan

In an article that Jeter wrote for Time Magazine in 2013, he confirmed that LeBron James is a New York Yankees fan. He also said that as a player who has been in Cleveland and Miami, it must’ve been tough for him to support the Yankees. Jeter wrote, “I’ve had the chance to meet LeBron James, and I know he’s a Yankees fan. I also know it must be tough to root for the Yankees while living in Miami and Cleveland.” 

Jeter is not wrong, as James has been called out multiple times for wearing a Yankees hat. Furthermore, since both Miami and Cleveland have MLB teams of their own, the LA Lakers star would have faced some flak for supporting the Yankees. 

Further on in the article, Jeter complemented the NBA legend saying, “LeBron never takes a play off. His all-out effort is what stands out when you watch him. Whether his team is up 20 or down 20, LeBron is playing like it’s Game 7 of the NBA Finals.” But if given the choice between LeBron James or Michael Jordan, Jeter is sure to pick MJ. Michael Jordan has played a huge part in Jeter’s career and the Yankee legend considers him a big brother. 

Jeter first met Michael Jordan while playing baseball

Derek Jeter and Michael Jordan first met during the Arizona Fall League when Jeter was still a young rookie. The two hit it off and have remained friends for almost 30 years. Jordan has even made appearances at some of Jeter’s most important events.

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MJ was present on Derek Jeter Day when the Yankees celebrated Jeter’s career. So you could say that Jeter is closer to Jordan than he is to LeBron James. What are your thoughts on LeBron James being a Yankees fan?