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LeBron James Says Hate in US Is 'Alive Every Single Day,' Responds to Vandalism

LeBron James addressed the racist vandalism that was spray painted on the front gate of his Los Angeles home Wednesday, per TMZ Sports.

Speaking to reporters at NBA Finals media day in Oakland, California, James said hate in America remains alive "every single day."

"Hate in America, especially for African-Americans, is living every day," he said, according to Bleacher Report's Kevin Ding. "Even though it's concealed...it's alive every single day."

"No matter how much money you have, no matter how famous you are ... being black in America is tough," James added, per USA Today's Michael Singer.