VIDEO: LeBron James & The Entire Area Called For Unruly Fan To Be Ejected After He Taunted Ref & Tried To Keep The Game Ball, Fights Security On His Way Out

The Los Angeles Lakers’ preseason struggles continued as they faced the Phoenix Suns in their second game. After starting the season with a loss, the Lakers were determined to bounce back, with LeBron James leading the charge.

Unfortunately, the team couldn’t turn things around and fell short once again, losing to the Suns 114-118, leaving them with a 0-2 record.

While the game was full of action, an unexpected incident involving a fan caught the attention of many. Though the Lakers’ performance was the main focus, this fan incident added an unusual twist to the evening.

I don’t think I’ve ever seen this during a preseason game. A fan taunted the ref and refused to give him the ball back, so he was thrown out of the game. Even LeBron got up and gestured for him to be removed. #Lakeshow pic.twitter.com/N0uczF4hpr

— Lauren Jones (@LoJoMedia) October 7, 2024

According to Luren Jones, the fan caused quite a stir by refusing to return the ball after it ended up in his hands. When the referee asked for the ball, the fan taunted him instead, leading to his ejection from the game. 

Even LeBron James got involved. The Lakers legend was spotted standing up and gesturing for the fan to be removed from the arena.

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LeBron James and Bronny James Make History in Lakers’ Preseason Game Against Suns

LeBron James is entering his 22nd NBA season, and this year holds special significance for both him and basketball fans. Fans eagerly waited for LeBron and his son, Bronny James, to share the court. That long-awaited moment finally arrived during the Los Angeles Lakers’ second preseason game against the Phoenix Suns.

LeBron James. Bronny James.

The father-son duo share the court for the first time together! 👏 pic.twitter.com/93hC7k64gK

— NBA (@NBA) October 7, 2024

In this historic game, the father-son duo made NBA history by becoming the first active father and son to play together. Fans had been hoping for this milestone to happen earlier, during the Lakers’ first preseason matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves. While Bronny debuted in that game, LeBron did not participate, leaving fans to wait longer for the special moment.

When the Lakers faced the Suns, the wait was over. LeBron and Bronny took the court together, creating an unforgettable moment for the James family and basketball fans worldwide. This achievement adds another milestone to LeBron’s storied career as he breaks new ground in his 22nd season.

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