Stephen A. Smith suggests LeBron James abandoned social media to shield his son from criticism, as Bronny's struggles in the G-League and NBA reignite debate about his readiness for professional basketball.

LeBron James announced on Wednesday that he’s taking a break from social media. The Los Angeles Lakers star made the announcement on his X, formerly known as Twitter, and Instagram accounts, writing: “Getting off social media for the time being.

"Getting off social media for the time being" he wrote after re-posting a complaint about the negativity of sports coverage.