NBA fans already know that even at 41, LeBron James is still going to hear it — whether it’s from opposing players, trash-talking fans, or apparently, a courtside auntie with zero fear.
During the Lakers’ road win over the New Orleans Pelicans on Tuesday, James was caught on camera yelling after a play, dropping a clear “F**K!” that carried through the broadcast.
But the real moment came immediately after.
From the stands, an older woman could be heard firing back at LeBron with zero hesitation.
“Hey, watch your mouth.”
The timing was perfect. The delivery was even better. And fans instantly ran with it.
@r_m_larry joked, “That auntie energy is undefeated. Even the King gotta respect it.”
@One11Recruiting followed up with, “Somebody come get they mama out the stands. It’s past her bed time.”
And @chopsdaddi summed up the mood, saying, “Auntie having none of that cursing in her courtside seat.”
The brief scolding didn’t slow LeBron down at all.
James finished the night with 30 points, eight rebounds, and eight assists, helping the Lakers close out a 111–103 win and quiet the Smoothie King Center — auntie included.
“End of an era”: NBA fans react after LeBron James sits out vs. San Antonio
After wrapping up business in New Orleans, the Lakers stayed on the road and headed to San Antonio. This time, though, LeBron wasn’t part of the show.
Despite his big night against the Pelicans, James was ruled out against the Spurs, which immediately sent fans into reflection mode.
With James now missing time and inching closer to award eligibility thresholds, some took the absence as a sign of something bigger.
@primenic_eth went straight to the point, saying, “Bro has officially earned Unc status. broke his 10 pts per game since 100 years record. ineligible for All-Star game and NBA Awards. End of an era.”
Others pushed back on the doom talk.
@danisdriven wrote, “Finally LBJ proving he’s human…”
And @0xSweep shrugged it off entirely, saying, “He doesn’t need any awards.”
Without James on the floor, the Lakers never found a rhythm and fell 107–91 to the Spurs. Keldon Johnson led the way with 27 points, while Victor Wembanyama added 16 points and 14 rebounds.
Even on a night he didn’t play, LeBron still managed to steal the spotlight — first by getting checked by a courtside auntie, and then by reminding everyone how different the Lakers look without him.
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