What Happened
Adin Ross, a prominent streamer, went live to express his frustration with LeBron James after a video surfaced of the NBA star dancing to Kendrick Lamar's 'Not Like Us' in Cannes, France.
Ross labeled James a 'piece of s—t human' for what he perceived as disloyalty to Drake, with whom Ross has a close relationship.
The Details
The incident occurred during James' vacation, where he was seen enjoying the track that dissed Drake, a move Ross found particularly egregious given Drake's past support for James, including meeting his children.
Ross's comments were part of a broader reaction to the ongoing feud between Drake and Kendrick Lamar, with James' actions seen as aligning with Lamar's side.
Background
Drake and LeBron James had a well-documented friendship, with Drake once calling James a 'big brother' and even getting a tattoo of James' high school jersey number.
However, tensions escalated when James attended Lamar's 'Pop Out' concert and has since been seen multiple times engaging with Lamar's music, including 'Not Like Us,' which directly targets Drake.
Recent Events
Drake has responded to this perceived betrayal by covering up his James tattoo and altering lyrics in performances, such as changing 'How I go from 6 to 23 like I’m LeBron?' to 'How I go from 6 to 23, but not LeBron?' during his Wireless Festival show.
Additionally, Bronny James, LeBron's son, unfollowed Ross on social media following the streamer's harsh comments, indicating a strain in their relationship as well.
The Response
Ross's live stream reaction has sparked a mix of support and criticism online, with some agreeing with his stance on loyalty, while others find his comments over the top.
The incident underscores the complex interplay between sports, music, and streaming culture, where personal allegiances can have significant public repercussions.
