NBA preseason’s heating up, and teams are busy testing their new lineups and trying out fresh plays. But the Lakers? They’re flying cross-country to take on the Bucks, and LeBron James is not having it. He made it clear he wasn’t thrilled about the flight all the way to Milwaukee—for just one preseason game.
Cue Skip Bayless, LeBron’s #1 critic and self-appointed “GOAT checker,” who jumped at this golden chance to dish out some public shade. As Skip sees it, LeBron should stop whining and lead his team—because with his paycheck, a little travel hassle should be no big deal.
Skip didn’t miss a beat, reminding everyone that this wasn’t just a random scheduling mix-up. Last year, the Bucks traveled to LA for preseason, so this was the Lakers returning the favor. And to Skip, it’s all part of the NBA’s business, something LeBron should already know if he’s claiming GOAT status.
Now, sure, it’s a three-and-a-half-hour flight each way, and yeah, there’s lost practice time, airport stress, and jet lag. LeBron’s point? He’s just trying to make sure his team has every second they can to work on schemes under new coach JJ Redick. And, hey, fair point—solid practice time can make or break their season start.
But in Skip’s world, it’s simple: be a leader. No griping, no groaning. The Lakers need time to lock down those plays and get ready for the season, and that’s all that should matter to LeBron.
