Despite the criticism, LeBron has remained consistent in his role as a father, continuing to support Bronny while ensuring he navigates his own path. As the tension between Smith and James plays out, James will look to keep his focus on his son’s development and the challenges ahead for the Lakers.

Dwyane Wade is weighing in on the battle between LeBron James and ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith. “I love both guys,” Wade, 43, told TMZ in a video published on Wednesday, March 12. “I had a conversation with Stephen A. about it and I told him if I was LeBron, I would have walked up on him the same way.”

The ESPN commentator addressed the confrontation Friday, saying James approached Smith to discuss his prior comments about James' son, Bronny.