Nick Wright Blasts “Cowardly” Reggie Miller After His LeBron James Slander

Reggie Miller, LeBron James and Nick Wright (Image Source: Getty Images)
Reggie Miller lauded Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards during Game 4 of the semifinal series between Wolves and Denver Nuggets while taking a sly dig at LA Lakers ace LeBron James. With his remark, he offended many LeBron fans and the Fox Sports analyst, Nick Wright, was one of them who called him out.

Recently on “First Things First,” Wright fired back at the former NBA player turned commentator Miller by saying, “‘Active players on a lot of people’s Mount Rushmore [that like to deflect]’… We know it’s Bron he’s talking about… It is incredibly cowardly [of him].”

This refers to the comment Miller made on Sunday night while praising Edwards for taking up the responsibility for his team’s Game 3 loss. The Hall of Famer said, “We’ve got certain guys with status in our game that are on a lot of people’s Mount Rushmore that like to deflect and point fingers at others,” and quickly added, “Here’s a 22-year-old saying, ‘This is on me. It’s my fault.’”

Wright lashed out at him, stating his poor winning percentages against the NY Knicks. He also pointed out that Reggie did not have the courage to directly address the veteran he was talking about.

It is unknown why Miller dragged LeBron’s name into the context, who is currently taking a break as he would have a lot to figure out after the Paris Olympics.

Paris Olympics Might Affect LeBron James’ Lakers Future

While there is a lot of uncertainty surrounding LeBron James’ future at the Lakers, his path to international competition looks clear as the 39-year-old will appear in the 2024 Paris Olympics to represent the USA men’s basketball team after 12 years.

According to ESPN’s Brian Windhorst, LeBron’s journey in the Olympics might have an impact on his future. “Let’s see where everybody’s mood is after the Olympics experience is, because you know that Team USA always opens up doors for big things to happen with star players,” the sportswriter said.

The USA Team has one of the biggest star-studded lineups this time with veterans like LeBron, Stephen Curry, and Kevin Durant. A success abroad could open opportunities for LBJ who might soon be entering unrestricted free agency.

Despite not being in his prime, LeBron had a remarkable season, averaging 25.7 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 8.3 assists in the regular campaign while breaking and setting new records. Taking accountability for the Lakers’ failure might not be on LeBron’s memo but taking accountability for his future certainly is.