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Former NBA Star Claims LeBron James Faced Punishment Over National Anthem Conduct

Former NBA Star Claims LeBron James Faced Punishment Over National Anthem Conduct
World Sports · 05:53:13 - Sunday, 1 November 2026

A former NBA player has suggested that LeBron James was disciplined for his behavior during the national anthem, according to a report published October 30. The claim references a game on October 20, 2026, at Madison Square Garden in New York, where the Philadelphia 76ers faced the New York Knicks. James, wearing number 23, was photographed on the court before the second quarter. The report does not identify the former player, specify the alleged punishment, or detail the anthem-related conduct in question.

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