Michael Jordan got thrown into an argument he had nothing to do with, but says he supports LeBron James.
After James was called out on Twitter by the president, which included a line "I like Mike!" at the end, Jordan made a statement to NBC News.
NEW: Jordan sides with James over Trump tweet. NBA legend Michael Jordan tells NBC News through a spokesperson: "I support LJ. He’s doing an amazing job for his community.”
— Geoff Bennett (@GeoffRBennett) August 4, 2018
James had done an interview with CNN's Don Lemon and had some harsh words for the president, which drew his ire.