LeBron James sparked major backlash with blunt, viral comments about Memphis, taking aim at both the city and the Memphis Grizzlies. Speaking during a recent appearance, the 41-year-old Lakers star openly questioned the appeal of traveling to Memphis late in his career, saying he has little interest in being there on a random weeknight.
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LeBron James on playing the Grizzlies:
“I’m f***ing 41 years of age. You think I want to do sh** in Memphis on a random Thursday? I’m not the first guy in the NBA to talk about this. You guys got to move the team… go over to Nashville already.”
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James went even further, suggesting the Grizzlies should consider relocating to Nashville, citing it as a more attractive destination with bigger entertainment appeal. He also joked that Memphis’ best shot at long-term success would have been landing him in the 2003 NBA Draft and admitted he might have refused to report if that had happened.
Next game: the Memphis Grizzlies host the Toronto Raptors on Friday night (4/3) at 7:00 p.m. live on 92.9 FM ESPN
