You may not be aware of it, but ESPN is currently in the middle of an immoral journalism campaign. No, not the shameless promotion of athletes, brands, and sports leagues doing business with Communist China or the constant sabotage of left-wing causes of all kinds.
That’s their usual bad journalism.
No, this scandal is not about politics. Instead, this cuts to the heart of their core mission statement: presenting sports news in a near-honest manner.
Over the past few weeks, the Worldwide Leader talking heads have been engaged in a relentless propaganda campaign against LeBron James’ son Bronny. why? Because LeBron James is nearing the end of his career and playing alongside his son was one of his dreams. Why would ESPN care about that?Because LeBron James teeth The NBA and ESPN own the broadcast rights to the NBA, and if these two were to play on the same team, they would definitely become ratings millionaires, desperately trying to make money. There is.
So what’s the problem?
Bronny James is not good enough to play in the NBA. He averaged less than five points per game in just one year in college basketball and was so dissatisfied with his role that he entered the transfer portal and declared for the draft at the same time.
LeBron James (number 23) of the Los Angeles Lakers poses with his son Bronny James of the USC Trojans during a game against the California Golden Bears at Haas Pavilion on February 7, 2024 in Berkeley, California. He is shouting at the player (number 6). (Photo: Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
The level of criticism against Bronny on ESPN was so bad that former NBA big man Kendrick Perkins felt compelled to hit back at his colleague on a recent ESPN NBA show.
“Let me just say this… we have to stop. The media and everyone else has to stop shining a light on Bronny because other athletes deserve our attention. ” Perkins said.
“Lottery guys, guys who actually get drafted in the first round. For example, we’re talking about young guys who might be late in the second round or not drafted at all. ” he continued.
“We didn’t shine this light on Scottie Pippen’s son. We can’t move the goalposts when it suits us. …Look, I want Bronny to be successful. ” concluded Big Park. “But I’m also a realist here.”
Veteran scout: He’s not a pro prospect. 👎
ESPN Host: But he speaks very well and acts very professionally.Kendrick Perkins accused the ESPN panel of pushing Bronny James just because he’s LeBron’s son. Klutch Sports’ salary should no longer arrive. pic.twitter.com/ziq7HdJqCu
— NBA Strife Tsu (@strifeomg) May 19, 2024
Kendrick Perkins is a 15-year NBA veteran. He knows basketball. His NBA scouts are the ones who know the most about basketball. Here’s what a few of them told Yahoo’s Marcus Spears about Bronny James.
“If the Lakers don’t draft him, I don’t think anyone will draft him,” one scout says. Said. “Teams are going to want to use him as a two-way player.” [contract]I don’t think [James’ agency] Clutch would like that too.”
And then things got worse.
“He’s a positional athlete,” another scout said. “He’s not functioning as an elite athlete. A tweener is stuck between his two positions. Given his size, he should be a point guard, but he can’t play offense. He can’t shoot, so he’s a small shooting guard.” I’m handicapped…”
I can’t shoot. cannot commit crimes. What’s not to love?
It’s important to note that the most talked about NBA prospect on ESPN is Bronny James, and there are serious doubts whether he is even an NBA player. The only reason he is debated is, by and large, who his father is. Although I can understand discussing the hypothesis that Bronny and LeBron will play together at some level. Again, nothing justifies the coverage he’s getting.
People who know Ball don’t like him. Those who know Crick love him. That way you’ll know everything you need to know.
There is one scenario where Bronny could be drafted late in the first round, but only if LeBron agrees to go to the team that drafted him.
Dan Wojke is Los Angeles Times report“Despite not having the cap space to make a max offer to LeBron, contending teams have discussed drafting Bronny in his early 20s. Perhaps if James drafted his son, he would be a mid-major level player. It is thought that they will actually consider signing the contract with this exception.
I wish Bronny all the best. The pressure on him must be immense. But ESPN, at least when it comes to sports, has shown they have a responsibility to their viewers to be truthful and have no shame or ethics.
sad.
