David Samson Calls Out Lakers for Bronny James Lie to Break Salary Cap Rules After LeBron Takes Less

Former Miami Marlins Team President David Samson calls out the Los Angeles Lakers for lying about Bronny James in a way to get around the salary cap regulations after his father LeBron James took less. We talk more about the entire situation after the Lakers drafted Bronny.
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[@jbasportsnetwork5382]

Attacking your coworker instead of just keeping it real is wild 😂😂😂😂

[@61Damola]

Skin colour matters more than facts.

[@markforrest9607]

Let me get this right... A liar is crying foul on someone who is lying? This is the same double standard this country was built on.

[@mostmost1]

Your a liar, I'm a liar. If you ever lied your a liar.

[@thebarbarshop1550]

Please!!! Make it make sense

[@Bman32x]

Right so why are people even complaining? Because they’ve never had a hand out they would have massively benefitted from?

[@F_U_JOE_BIDEN_619]

Says the gay Biden voter 😂

[@QuitCryingYouLost]

I get it bud. But let's be honest.. BRONNY IS ABSOLUTE TRASH 😂😂 DUDE IS NOT EVEN GOOD ENOUGH TO WEAR AN NBA JERSEY...LET ALONE BE ON THE TEAM...DADDY GOT HIM DRAFTED AND THE WHOLE WORLD KNOWS JUST HOW TRASH AT BASKETBALL HE REALLY IS 😂😂😂

[@chrisdhouse]

So Dominique is saying it’s cool for the lakers and Lebron to BS everyone because we as fans know they’re lying??? Huh?!🤔

[@imgonnapackit]

The logic escapes me of so many of these arguments. If you say “there’s a good chance a 2nd round pick would be cut anyway”. Well if you’re second round pick can’t help you win in the foreseeable future you DO cut them, then you have a free roster spot to take a flyer on a free agent or an up and coming g league guy. You don’t have the luxury with bronny. He’s uncuttable and unplayable.

[@thetrib1]

"Well if you’re second round pick can’t help you win in the foreseeable future you DO cut them, then you have a free roster spot to take a flyer on a free agent or an up and coming g league guy." that would usually be down the line. not everything happens in one year. like it's extremely simple. bronny isn't the only person that isn't a starter that is on a contract. he's one of many on the team. "You don’t have the luxury with bronny" you do have that luxury with bronny. you have that luxury with every player outside of AD and Bron. no it wouldn't be this year. I highly doubt that in the history of the league giving deals to 2nd round picks that they've been cut the year they got drafted. I just don't think that happens. after 2 years bronny will for sure be on the clock. "He’s uncuttable and unplayable" he's not uncuttable. he probably won't be unplayable at the start of next year or end of next year

[@imgonnapackit]

@@thetrib1 yeh most guys with his talent level would be on a two way deal to begin with. And they would be on the g league team the entire first year. And not consuming a roster spot.

[@thetrib1]

@@imgonnapackit no. not most guys his talent level. most guys his talent level get drafted late 1st early 2nd round as flyers. most guys with his production level don't get a shot in the league cause they wouldn't even be on the radar for NBA teams. well..based off of just college I mean. production vs talent. 2 different things.

[@willbeard4835]

​@@thetrib1he hasn't produced because he doesn't have the talent. He was given a fully guaranteed deal. That is absolutely insane and hurts the already fragile integrity of the league.

[@KK-pm7ud]

@@imgonnapackit Bronny is developmental. Who cares if you cannot cut him? Also, Bronny Jr is tradable. If Westbrook was tradable, so is an $8 million contract

[@mado3623]

So Foxworth admitted that on ESPN they have to shove out bs for the purpose of the debate how's that entertaining

[@jasonsamuels2578]

Yeah, I caught that as well. If you lose the debate, then just own it. Don’t sit there for 10 minutes saying BS cause you need to fill up a segment. You lost, own it and admit that you lost.

[@bankai7623]

Huh ? Everyone knows that idk whybsome of youbare surprised by common knowledge 😂

[@thetrib1]

he's saying part of their job is to give the illusion that it's super competitive. that people are so tied to their take. many people do that without a dollar sign behind them. fox admitting that that goes on is a nothing burger. we know some people don't believe in some of their takes. or hear a better take and still somewhat feel the need to disregard it because the segment is supposed to be 10 minutes long and I like your argument better 3 minutes in. it's super easy to understand.

[@Extra_MSG]

Nothing I love more in sports commentary than pretentiousness

[@mordakie3805]

that dude is like that on every show hes on

[@everybodyknowsamike1840]

As a ex laker fan… who cares. They not winning and his son sucks

[@je5406]

Tha NBA fans wont let him off the hook that easy. James brought him in help boost his own legacy but the people will hold him accountable for the charade.

[@michaelcorcoran8768]

Because somebody worked real hard to make it to the NBA and isn't getting a two-way contract or drafted because they're giving some billionaire's son $8 million. Imagine if you lost a job to some billionaire kid who didn't deserve it.

[@KK-pm7ud]

@@everybodyknowsamike1840 LeBron James is Bronny Jr's father

[@kingsimba6423]

He a hater he knows bronny is worth the contract

[@edgardorodriguez3710]

As I Kobe fan all this did was cement the fact that Lebron will never be a real Laker

[@Cheif_Espada]

Radio show in Miami hating on LBJ is pathetic on so many levels

[@user-EB2016]

He lost me at "it offended me" ... ish like that falls on deaf ears coming from this guy.

[@menu8077]

this is the pot calling tea kettle black smfh

[@jcliu]

LeBron played 7D paternal chess by joining the Lakers in 2018: Even then, he realized Bronny didn’t have what it takes to make the NBA on his own merits. But who in Lakers Land dare pushes back on LeBron’s demands for nepotism when you’re a basketball team owned (amateurishly) by Jerry Buss’s daughter; managed (poorly) by Kobe Bryant’s agent, after it was run into the ground by Jerry Buss’s (even-less-competent) son; and has secretly been controlled by Kurt Rambis’s wife this whole time?

[@Viper_75th_RR]

David’s point is what I thought when Bronny got a guaranteed contract. By giving Bronny a guaranteed contract to Bronny the team is effectively giving more money to LeBron than he could earn otherwise. But I don’t think that the Lakers did anything to violate the CBA.

[@karimgreen8732]

Foxworth flawlessly and logically dismantled Samson’s argument

[@johnnyfive9815]

Your black aren't you? I used to be so pro black until I noticed they started acting like white people against others.

[@t.yop9]

No he didn't. Basically he drew a line and said if you continue down this line of argument, I'm gonna call you a racist. And David said OK fine let's move on. There's a difference between finding a loophole to do something versus circumventing the rule. The salary cap is there for teams to compete equally. Other players have had to abide by the salary cap. If we're talking about fair market value then KD, Steph have all played in years where they should have gotten more. The Warriors alone brought a ridiculous amount of revenue growth to the league during the Steph years. Yet Steph had to abide by the cap. Btw LeBron and the players union could have fought for a higher max contract, but they would have given up the high average and minimum salaries. In order for the league to be successful, they had to compensate the lower tier players properly too, then it's a win-win and the league can grow. So you can argue LeBron already benefited from the cap the way it is. The problem with nepotism is that there are a lot of people who don't benefit from it, and you can't throw it in their face. If you celebrate it now then don't be upset when it doesn't go in your favor in the future.

[@chitowndagreat8635]

No he didn't ..must be a Bronsexual 😂

[@Avarice-Zero]

​@t.yop9 I don't think the people who believe Bron should be able to use nepotism understand they're opening Pandora's box. If they're saying publicity they're ok with this, the powers that be are watching and will use it without a second thought. Just because Bron has the power to do it, doesn't mean he should. That's what they're missing.

[@theUMpharaohh]

Samson is always full of crap and absolutely love how Fox dissected his arguments with supporting examples of Samson's hypocrisy

[@KarlD-fj4sz]

Dominque is right David Samson is compromised. With all hes done Samson's selective criticism is nasty work and shows how hypocritical he is. He is obviously has a bias. Bronny's deal is not a new deal to the NBA or other sport franchises teams. Teams have given similar deals to players that were liked because of their connection to a school or their friendships.Multiple GMs has already confirmed this occurs. Giannis and his brothers, Knicks adding JR Smith little brother to the roster to get JR to leave China and sign with them etc. People just want to find a excuse to hate Lebron. Dodgers constructed Shoehei OTANI's contract where he is only taxed on $2m every year for the next 10 years and the remaining 680m will not be taxed by the American tax system when leaves to team and then decide move to a different country non of the talking heads criticized the Dodgers or OTHANI for constructing the deal in that manner.

[@marcusdunton1692]

What planet do you live on? People did criticize the Dodgers and Ohtani, not directly, but they said Major League baseball shouldn't allow this, which is the same poin Samson is making. Usually people don't like neoptism but they make an excuse for it with Lebron, no one and I mean no one would say anything if Bronny was put in some importation position at Klutch, just like they don't say anything about Marcus Jordan have such an influential role in the Jordan brand, this ain't that!

[@frenzal191]

Lebron is worth more than anything the Lakers can ever give him. I don't fault players getting their money

[@evsr6084]

Sampson is the last person that should be taking about deserving someone else's money 🤦🏿‍♂️

[@deedelta9263]

I'm not familiar with this show; I'm just seeing this clip in isolation. I've never seen 2 people go at each other so fiercely and bluntly, seemingly pulling absolutely no punches, publicly, while NOT having tempers flare up. They kept a relatively even keel energy throughout the whole segment. It's so . . . odd. Ultimately a good thing to be applauded for . . . but odd nonetheless.

[@pearlriverfury2884]

He is the first 55 round player ever to receive a contract like this and also that much money

[@kwilliams1958]

One of the most double speak segments by all three hosts I have ever watched. And the clouds in the sky could also care less.

[@beagler4234]

All Hail LeBrick Jr - The Nepo King!!!

[@trellejohnson167]

mf said it offended me cause they ain't coming out saying it public 😂 😂bruh how does this effect you

[@williamlane1607]

I lost a lot of respect for David because of this topic.

[@peoplehistoricallyovercomi1300]

Bronny is living his dad's dream.

[@Javmon9]

How come we haven't heard what the#17 pick gets?

[@ADJ1229]

Wondering the same...

[@mado3623]

notice the press conference or media day or whatever they call it Dalton looked like he was fed up with it already dude looked annoyed and got like zero words in that day and I'd be annoyed to

[@19934]

Google it 😂😂😂

[@HHSGDFootballJPD]

Because who is the 17th pick?

[@cptsketch13]

Dalton had a good game yesterday too but all yhe talk is just about bronny

[@gino07770]

How many games in Summer League? Bet on them as Losses for the Lakers. If he plays in the regular season bet on those as well. .

[@whitebelt2905]

I can’t stand LeBron but nepotism has occurred in every aspect of life since the dawn of time.

[@sauceman100]

LEBRON DOESNT GIVE A FUCK ABOUT YOU! 🌝HAHA FACTS !

[@johnnyfive9815]

Ans sports is an equalizer if they kid fails it's fair to go in on him like we did others.

[@antoniojames9493]

David Samson was the executive vice president of the Expos at the age of 29 of his stepfathers team🤣🤣🤣

[@loopseeker]

i really wish people would stop saying this already its an empty calorie thought that adds nothing to the convo. everyone knows nepotism is not new 🤦🏾‍♂️

[@whitebelt2905]

@@loopseeker I really wish people would stop whining about Bronny getting into the NBA because of nepotism. It’s an empty calorie thought that adds nothing to the convo. Everyone knows Bronny didn’t deserve it.

[@user-xt3vu4jv1o]

From a data science perspective, Bronny James' college stats, reflected in his preseason game performance of 4 points, 2 rebounds, and 2 assists in 20 minutes, suggest he may struggle initially in the NBA. Using Player Efficiency Rating (PER), which combines various aspects of a player's performance into a single metric, we see that Bronny's college PER is likely below the threshold for immediate NBA impact. Regression analysis also indicates that higher college PER correlates with NBA success, meaning players who dominate in college typically transition better. Bronny's current stats suggest he needs more development to reach the performance level required for NBA success.

[@KK-pm7ud]

@@user-xt3vu4jv1o The problem using this approach is that Bronny Jr is a special case. Few of those other players in the data set have LeBron's backing or support. So Bronny Jr has time to develop and the financial and managerial support to maximize his potential. Those other players didn't have that behind them. It doesn't guarantee Bronny Jr will be a successful starter in the NBA at any point in his career, but it does mean that your data set isn't predictive in this situation.

[@user-xt3vu4jv1o]

@@KK-pm7ud Bronny James benefits from unique support and mentorship from LeBron, relying solely on these factors may not fully address the challenges he faces. Here are several points to consider. I'll also address your comment "your data set isn't predictive in this situation." 1. Objective Metrics: Player Efficiency Rating (PER) and other statistical metrics provide objective insights into a player's performance. While Bronny’s support system is indeed exceptional, it doesn't change the fact that his current stats indicate he needs more development to reach NBA impact levels. These metrics have consistently shown that players with higher college PER tend to succeed more readily in the NBA. 2. Development and Competition: The NBA is a highly competitive environment where raw talent and potential alone aren't enough. Players must consistently perform at high levels against the best in the world. Even with LeBron's backing, Bronny will need to demonstrate significant improvement to compete effectively. 3. Historical Precedents: There have been other players with strong support systems who still struggled in the NBA. While Bronny's situation is unique, history shows that having a mentor, even one as influential as LeBron, doesn't always translate to immediate success on the court. 4. Adaptation Period: Bronny’s stats suggest he may require an adaptation period longer than other top prospects. This is not unusual, but it highlights the importance of patience and realistic expectations. His development will likely be a gradual process, with his early performance potentially less impactful than some may hope. 5. Holistic Development: While financial and managerial support can aid in Bronny’s development, it is his on-court performance that will ultimately determine his success. Continuous improvement, training, and adaptation to the professional level are critical, and these factors are reflected in the statistical analyses used. 6. Predictive Validity of the Dataset: The assertion that the dataset isn't predictive in this situation overlooks the value of empirical data. Statistical analyses like PER and regression analysis are designed to identify patterns and predict outcomes based on historical data. While Bronny's unique circumstances are a factor, they do not invalidate the predictive power of these metrics. The dataset provides a robust framework for understanding potential performance trends, even if individual cases may have unique variables. Bronny’s unique support system is a significant advantage, it doesn't negate the insights provided by data science. Objective performance metrics are crucial for evaluating potential and guiding development. Bronny will benefit from his circumstances, but he will still need to meet the rigorous demands of NBA competition to succeed.

[@BornGiftedMusicGroup]

all those words prove nothing when ppl avg 25+ and end up undrafted and a guy in the top 3 avg less than bronny. The draft is about potential period

[@user-xt3vu4jv1o]

@@KK-pm7ud Bronny James benefits from his father's support, data-driven evaluation remains essential. PER and regression analysis objectively measure performance. Your claim that "my data set isn't predictive" is misplaced-I didn't create a specific data set but referenced well-established statistical methods. Historical data shows college performance correlates with NBA success. External support helps, but it doesn't replace the need for proven on-court performance. Bronny's development is crucial, but statistical growth is necessary to reach NBA success.

[@user-xt3vu4jv1o]

​ @KK-pm7ud Bronny James benefits from his father's support, data-driven evaluation remains essential. PER and regression analysis objectively measure performance. Your claim that "my data set isn't predictive" is misplaced-I didn't create a specific data set but referenced well-established statistical methods. Historical data shows college performance correlates with NBA success. External support helps, but it doesn't replace the need for proven on-court performance. Bronny's development is crucial, but statistical growth is necessary to reach NBA success.

[@omnione12]

I actually believe James was willing to take less money, but when no Free Agent Star wanted to go to LA, he just cashed in.

[@imgonnapackit]

The only problem I see is that one of JJ’s first acts as the new coach is to say something that isn’t true. If you are on that team you’ve gotta question his credibility. Especially with JJ being a guy known for telling it how it is.

[@stevenvox6549]

The family is getting in excess of any amount LeBron has given back and of course it isn't criminal, but it violates the rules.

[@alexzapf6422]

Lebron has ruined the lakers and the nba. People who don’t see that, have blinders on, or are in Klutch sports payroll.

[@joshuahsimons9587]

They bleep swear words 🤣

[@awhitehu]

Rich Paul doesn’t get enough credit as a big part of the brains. He’s the real “mastermind”.

[@BoloYoung85]

Then bro sitting here saying “lie” , “when I lied” 😂 that’s the primary example of people come on social platforms and want other people to be perfect and open but no one in life is.

[@johnyoowrites]

As a lifelong Laker fan, I wholeheartedly agree with David Sampson. LeBron James ruined this franchise for the next decade.

[@Cheif_Espada]

We were winning a chip in the last 10 years or next without??

[@edouardothibault4315]

Bronnys money is pennies on the dollar to the returns his presence will bring to Lakers and NBA

[@hannibalburess]

this guy seems like a homeowner association president.

[@Struggle_Streaming_With_BK]

Dominique has never had a conversation with a LeBron fan if he thinks people don't believe the horseshit that Bronny deserves his spot

[@thetrib1]

bronny deserves a shot at the league. and I wish every player got the amount of opportunities that bronny will get. would love to see kids get more chances to succeed than less chances like people want for bronny for some reason.

[@Struggle_Streaming_With_BK]

​BRONNY DOESNT DESERVE SPIT​@thetrib1 The NBA is supposed to be earned...... no one deserves it!!!!!​@@thetrib1

[@maverick9769]

13 minutes for a 55th pick? Go figure.

[@giovanniwilliams9009]

Funny thing is the fact that this man is a hypocrite passes over everyone's head. But because he's talking about Lebron and his son, people just let it slide. That dude has done the same thing Bronny going through and yet he's complaining about it.😂😂😂😂😂😂. FOH.

[@Linkx16]

I like Foxworthy’s strong grounded intellect.

[@alexzapf6422]

How many other 55 picks have gotten guaranteed money ? Just asking.

[@siniister710]

David is wrong so much but he’s spot on with this. The lakers, Bron and JJ are insulting our intelligence by lying repeatedly

[@jewel6799]

David Samson is a hypocrite. Especially he and his whole family benefited and are still benefitting from Nepotism. If that was a person or a team who he likes, then it's okay. Dominique does not want to come out and call it as it is, it is about race. It will always be about race. White or black living in the US, it is always about race and division. There is so much you can sweep under the carpet, before you have to start vacuuming. We , the viewers understand what the Lakers did. It is good for their business. It works for Lebron and for JJ Reddik and the organization. I am not a Lebron fan or a Lakers fan. For the rest of you, it does not matter.

[@d.felixphoto2260]

I wonder how this guy feels about Jalen Brunson taking 100 million less?

[@HHSGDFootballJPD]

I think the answer David needed to Dominique's question was, "I lied when I was an executive because my job was to increase interest in the team. So we lied about needing to bring in an elbow doctor to examine an MRI just so we could hold off delivering the bad news. My job now is to call people out when they aren't telling the truth."

[@wajhikhawaja6225]

This coverage has been so annoying. All of a sudden 2nd round draft picks need to be associated with CEO's and trust fund babies, it should be associated with OTHER 2ND ROUND PICKS who get absolutely none of this privilege! The NBA talent is sacred. 15 players per roster, only the best of the best, they are cheating the game and for any real basketball fan its a disservice.

[@latenite3931]

I like Pablo BUT they should let Samson get Dan's seat. He's actually better than people give him credit for

[@bestowisdom]

So…Samson you are right, but he doesn’t care.

[@Jennifer_Elliott]

It's offensive that LeBron and the Lakers want us to accept an obvious lie. In fairness to Dominique lots of lies are obvious lies; so it comes down to when and for who do you hold your nose.

[@mc365mc]

I like this brother. My take is. If they giving out checks? Then get the biggest one you can get Bronny!

[@aboutnuthinpod]

This is an important conversation and glad we're having it

[@jasonmartin7798]

Oh NOW we need to have the conversation? I wonder why 🤔

[@MarkyMarkIRL]

Nepotism or not, Bronny is taking the seat of someone that could help the Lakers win a Championship. This isn’t entertainment, this is competitive sport… The Lakers are obviously not interested in winning.

[@dreamshakegaming]

You think someone who would get paid 2 mil a year will help lakers win a championship? 😂

[@thetrib1]

name that player. no one seems to be able to btw. so don't feel bad if you can't come up with the names of the players he's taking the spot of @markymarkIRL

[@Bman32x]

lol 😂 watching this and comparing how Homelander treats his son Ryan pretending it’s LeBron is kind of funny.

[@gamanima1]

Why such the outrage. Who cares this happens everyday in regular life. I have a civil service job. It required a test to get hired. And management jobs also require test. But if you know someone in upper management you can get pushed through. And the test were designed to prevent nepotism and cronyism. Yet it still happens.

[@KansasCityGOON]

Dominique almost made David go full racist 😂😂😂😂

[@johnCollins-mk1bs]

Nepotism only matters when it's LeBron

[@ebonywagner1682]

I love when these hypocrites get called out😂

[@spaceghost4217]

Yeah but this hyp is right.

[@thetrib1]

@@spaceghost4217 right about what? the lakers lying to us? welcome to reality where big business lies to you every day and you don't care.

[@ProphSZN]

Bronny is so bad at the professional level. It’s honestly crazy it got this far

[@johnnyfive9815]

I saw him in warm ups and it looked so off

[@ProphSZN]

@@johnnyfive9815 he looked nervous on top of not being skilled enough. He avoided getting the ball a lot on swings by refusing to cut. He’d just sit in a congested corner and let his man guard two people by doing so

[@z-ro34]

This crew of three in the main room has been excellent this week!

[@jomccollins]

Dominique was cooking!

[@Jiturra01]

One of the few times I'm proud of Sampsons take

[@McCord99]

Please get Dan back

[@1stew3digital49]

Is it nepotism? Yes. Can you name any other 55th pick. No. Does it happen every day in America? Yup. The NBA is a business. This is good for business. Mostly cuz they know the media/social media warriors will never shut up about it. He's the NBA version of a Kardashian.. getting attention and talent are two different things but both have monetary value And every dad knows if you could, you would.

[@MSeroga]

They’re lying to you not because they care, but because they assume laker fans and nba fans are stupid enough to believe their lies… that’s how they feel about all of you.

[@user-qi9kw4xq9v]

the problem is that bronny took a spot that someone else really earned that probably need the money.

[@stevendevries3279]

it's not a meritocracy

[@user-oi3su7sw5n]

​@@stevendevries3279🤡a kid with talent could have got that spot to buy his mother a house like dam

[@thetrib1]

@@user-oi3su7sw5n name the kid. this always gets brought up but people that don't even know the other players drafted in the 2nd half bring this up as a valid point. it isn't. bonnny went 55th not 5. no one picked at 55 is more deserving than someone who becomes and undrafted rookie free agent. it's just people telling on themselves just to hate on the situation. learn the sport. learn that most teams have roster spots 11 to 15 filled with people that y'all have never heard of never will hear of and who only play garbage time really. so yeah try giving names of those downtrodden players(who will be playing in the summer league btw) who deserved to get picked at 55 and...not higher for some reason.

[@thetrib1]

@@stevendevries3279 the draft isn't. but after the draft it's a meritocracy. especially after year 4 if you last that long.

[@miguelvigoa7271]

@@thetrib1a kid that just dunked on someone tonight at a G league game that’s who

[@kiingphresh9328]

Regardless of Samson prior employment, before the 2 min mark, he’s 1000% correct

[@KK-pm7ud]

It's not like Lebron created a fake child to sign to an NBA contract. He took less so they could sign his son and he could be on the same team. There isn't even an IRS issue here even though Bronny Jr will pay less taxes than Lebron on an incremental basis. It was just a logical approach for the Lakers to sign LeBron's son. The Lakers will probably sell more tickets and get more revenue just because Lebron is playing with his son for several seasons with the Lakers.

[@t.yop9]

But he didn't take less? Instead of taking 104M he took 101M himself and got his son 8M for the family. So he actually circumvented the cap and took 5M more than the max.

[@KK-pm7ud]

@@t.yop9 That isn't true. His son got paid $8 million. They are two different people. It didn't circumvent anything. LeBron took less so the Lakers could stay under the second apron and so they could sign a player he wanted on the team who just happened to be his son. It's no different than if it were Giannis or another star that wanted someone signed to the team to make them happy.

[@ghostbravo7127]

@@t.yop9 No he didn't. His son is player who was drafted, and got a deal. LeBron took a paycut. The only reason people are angry is because LeBron is such a ridiculously great player, that he is still playing when his son got drafted. Most everyone else had already retired by the time their son came along and started playing.

[@PorqueNoLosDos]

I hate when you gang up on Sampson for telling his truth... when Le batard does it he makes it funny, the rest of you just makes it mean.

[@Polio2u]

💯

[@oldemonteef]

damn you are dumb.

[@budsmokinpandaz]

I just think they're trying to provide an alternative perspective and open samsons eyes on things that aren't so transactional. Cuz he normally only sees the numbers and finances of things. But i agree with your overall premise. They were a little harsh. But it was a healthy discussion all in all. Sorry for the run on sentences lol. 🐼

[@juiceman_3]

But in another breath, he explains that he’s benefited from the same thing and lied about it in the past. He doesn’t get points for telling the truth now

[@JustMeELC]

You clearly weren't one of the many innocent people he shamelessly & deliberately hurt in Montreal, or a Miami taxpayer he ripped off 🙄

[@thebrazydiamond4791]

Do you really believe bronny James needed 8 million guaranteed from the lakers 😂😂😂 his dad is billionaire

[@Anthony-ig5io]

It's ok when I lie, but not when you lie because little Dave doesn't like who's lying 😂😂😂😂😂 but little Dave is the poster boy for nepotism 😂😂😂😂

[@dariusfountain683]

BRONNY James get drafted averaging 4pts on usc and USC best player go undrafted and fighting for his NBA career

[@Reyfox1]

A lie is a lie.

[@davidthomas936]

Some lies are bigger than others.....The BIGGEST lie in the history of mankind is the White Jesus!!!!!

[@HububkiFilms]

Bronny is 19 going on 20. His money is HIS money. California state law establishes that at 18 years old, a person is able to sign contracts without a parent or guardian benefactor. This is slander, and if I were LeBron and the Lakers, I’d sue his ass. Total fabrication. Bronny has his own NIL deals going back to USC…did those count towards LeBron’s contract 🙄🤷

[@thetrib1]

nah. that 8 mil is going to the family pot haha. what is bronny gonna do...buy a house?

[@HububkiFilms]

@@thetrib1 Yes, he’s 19, not 12 🙄🤡 Would you want to live with your parents and give them all your money at 19 in Los Angeles with your own money and the LA night life?? I don’t think so. Kobe had to sign his first Lakers contract twice in the summer of ‘96 because when he first got traded post draft he was 17 and needed his parent’s signature, but he turned 18 before the season started and wanted to get a new contract with just his name because he was now old enough to sign contracts exclusively. And no Kobe didn’t just give money to his parents. He bought them a modest home and kept the rest of the money. It was a huge point of contention. His parents thought he should’ve splurged on a massive home for them so they kept a lot of the memorabilia from his lead up to his Career and some of the things he stored in his old bedroom over the first championship run and sold the stuff behind his back. There was a whole court case over it that Kobe won. The point is that at the stroke of midnight of his 18th year, he was immediately and totally in charge of all of his own money. The exact same was true of Bronny AT USC last year. He’s had full control and ownership of his own money for over a year. This loser on the talk show needs to be put in his place. He needs to be sued and he needs to be charged with harassment. Those are serious allegations and he has no evidence …he needs to be held accountable. I’m sick and tired of these racist pricks.

[@todddonaldson7974]

This all should be happening at a lesser franchise, like Cleveland. The franchise and the whole city can wrap themselves around the James family as Lebron brought the most happiness to that area. Other than the bubble chip, what has Lebron contributed to the Lakers? I am not a Lakers fan but it is sad to see that franchise go in that direction.

[@MistaLoRocka]

Damn good point!

[@thetrib1]

"Other than the bubble chip, what has Lebron contributed to the Lakers? I am not a Lakers fan but it is sad to see that franchise go in that direction." 5 straight years of all NBA play, 5 years of being at or near a contending team, he got AD essentially, he is the biggest draw in the league monetarily, he broke kareems record as a laker which is pretty valuable to a teams history, and many more things. I find it pretty annoying that fans don't understand how the "game" works. I am a lakers fan and it was miserable post kobe. bron came and turned us completely around. not all him, but he for sure was the driving force.

[@todddonaldson7974]

@@thetrib1 Actually, that is a good point. I didn't realize how bad the Lakers were post Kobe. It appears they had about a .307 W/L percentage after Kobe. They have around a .527 W/L average in the LeBron years, which is a dramatic improvement. LeBron might be masking a bad organization. From that standpoint, covering up a bad organization, big name to put fans in the seats, and solid wins, he is totally valuable. My image of the Lakers is the 80's and Kobe years, where it was title or bust.

[@thetrib1]

@@todddonaldson7974 "LeBron might be masking a bad organization"...hm...that's tricky. because we are the lakers....we were able to get a lebron. not many people could get a lebron or a shaq to come to their team. I'm happy to be a lakers fan. I compare us to other franchises and we are just better than most. The celtics, the spurs ,the warriors(who were absolute garbage after Run TMC) have done well as well. but that's it. "My image of the Lakers is the 80's and Kobe years, where it was title or bust." it's title or bust for us today as well. people forgetting how talented the league is today. we have 2 top 15 players but it isn't enough to guarantee a finals appearance. but going into every series with 2 of the top 3 players on the court is still extremely valuable. we just gotta get the others right. which...is on the front office to get right.

[@rsvp3084]

I love that they made bron whole. 9th seed. Couldn’t have happen too a better franchise & player. Salute too all three of them

[@ddaniel469]

Nepotism in sports is okay when its owners, coaches, management, and broadcasters. But if a player does it, esp. a black one, the pitchforks come out. Make it make sense 😓

[@Mvs2527]

Are we really gonna act like the lakers care about draft picks?

[@foreverilive]

Lebrons cut is going for his son so he basically paid part of his salary...its a second round pick which doesn't interfere with talent..

[@chrisschaeffer9661]

The NBA been Rigging for LA since 2000.

[@mrpunchy497]

Why is everybody complaining, lebron is giving the Podcasters a piece of the pie.

[@rtoujr]

😂😂😂 He's so butt hurt it's killing him. Wt a loser...

[@junebugtrippin]

Dude, made an excellent argument 👌 for lebron... after you made the nba bill's

[@jeffreyswanson2207]

Samson is right !

[@ibrudy69]

Yup, he is but also does not have enough self-awareness to know his unconscious bias is egregious. Dominique is right. There is a plethora of blatant examples of exactly what LeBron and his kid have done in sports/business throughout time. For Samson to be this up in arms about it just because it's LeBron is quite telling.

[@miguelvigoa7271]

Bronny shouldn’t even be in the nba

[@Struggle_Streaming_With_BK]

Bronny shouldn't even be at a Division 1 school

[@KK-pm7ud]

@@miguelvigoa7271 Malika Andrews and Kendrick shouldn't be on ESPN, but they are there too. Go figure.

[@taughtbyGod.ismyname]

@@KK-pm7udso what was the point of your comment if they’re all in the same boat 🤷🏿‍♂️

[@flizzyflexx57]

Stop hating stfu..... side note I'm not a bronny or lebron fan

[@MistaLoRocka]

He’s not even good enough to be in the wnba.

[@mrsjr78]

I don't understand how anyone can defend any part of the Lakers situation right now. Rules weren't broken, but it's all so ridiculous.

[@alphathahitman3073]

I’m guessing u didn’t listen

[@karenlee-henry6689]

Bronny is going to get ate up he averaged 4 points ,you 55 draft pick, guaranteed a contract 😮 first time on floor got so called hurt knee 😂

[@davidthomas936]

Samson is SO arrogant with his racism that I cannot believe that he is an attorney......

[@its420somewhererightnow]

More Bronny coverage..

[@jameshenderson8601]

How much has he made the lakers already 🤔🤷🏾‍♂️i bet it’s close to that 7 mil

[@FuzzyStayBuzzin183]

David and his stepdaddy should be in prison. But yet we're going to give him a platform for what

[@jamesfeider1040]

Rare huge L for Dominique

[@johnscott2965]

Nice to see Samson is on the truth train … when he was here in miami biggest liar

[@in-vision652]

Complainers complain to attract more complainers. Recognize!!! The Lakers are a company and basketball is their product. I believe they know that viewers will tune in to see what happens.

[@broderickbrownbrown4082]

I don’t know why the NBA deals with this LeBron James mess. He’s the main reason they’re losing ratings.

[@davidbowser]

I gotta say that I am seriously wondering why Samson is on Meadowlark. Is he bankrolling it? His knowledge of sports is entirely based on nepotism-driven franchise destruction and borderline fraud. If his role was to show how stacked the deck is in favor of team owners then that is fine, but he is a water boy for the owners!

[@sky1luv793]

So Sampson is mad because someone else used the system the way he does, but is from a different 'tribe' than his. SMH... Lebron used his leverage. That's the point of working hard to have leverage, so you can use it.

[@justwideman]

Domi is an ESPN hack

[@dorianvick8932]

Thank You Foxworth for calling “dude” out!

[@crispycheese8986]

The same folks that are ok with nepotism. Are the same that have a problem with affirmative action. Stay consistent. I can’t stand Dominique is such a sudo intellectual. He’s always finding smart ways to sound dumb

[@TheGlodStar]

*pseudo

[@johnnyfive9815]

😂😂😂

[@KK-pm7ud]

@@crispycheese8986 At least Bronny Jr knows that sudo isn't a word.

[@loopseeker]

@@KK-pm7udtypo aside you know hes right

[@KK-pm7ud]

@@loopseeker Not a typo. The guy doesn't understand words. And no, he's not correct.