Donald Trump asks "what about LeBron James?" amid anthem criticism

President Donald Trump complained about LeBron James after footage seemed to capture the basketball star still moving through pregame routines as the national anthem was sung before Philadelphia’s opener Tuesday at Madison Square Garden. In an online post, Trump called James’s conduct an insult to the country and urged him to make amends to those who died defending the flag. Trump brought the issue up again Thursday at a Sioux City, Iowa, campaign event, restating his objection. James, in his first season with Philadelphia, lowered his head during the anthem before the team’s first home game Thursday and recorded 17 points and 10 rebounds in a 114-106 comeback win over Cleveland after a 29-point deficit. Coach Nick Nurse said the team’s focus and preparation had remained strong despite the attention. The two have repeatedly criticized each other over the years.