LeBron James blamed for making gang signs and insulting GD's during Lakers celebration

LeBron James led Los Angeles Lakers to ir 17th NBA title this weekend. James, who also won his fourth NBA title, had promised to win Lakers a title after a 10-year drought. However, James' celebrations at NBA bubble were t without controversy. Shortly after Lakers celebrated ir win, people accused James of using gang signs while also insulting Gangster Disciples.

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LeBron James gang signs: Lakers star called out for making gang signs during celebrations

While James was celebrating, some users online saw that as offensive hand gestures. term "Dropping Rakes" was used, which was said to be disrespectful to  Gangster Disciples. Chicago Rapper King Von also called out gesture on Twitter. However, his tweet is w taken down. While many were disappointed by gesture, fans believed it was a coincidence. "Mad disrespectful," one user wrote, adding that James has to stop doing that gesture.

Some gang members even stated that Lakers star was trolling m. "Dropping a rake" usually means making a sign, and James' sign was seen as disrespectful toward's Chicago's  Gangster Disciples. Users on social media suggested that it was an attempt of proving that he was better than Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan, who he is often compared to with reference to NBA GOAT debate. 

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People accuse LeBron James of insulting GDs

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LeBron James Lakers contract

In 2018, LeBron James denied his $35.6 million player option with Cleveland Cavaliers and entered free ncy. After much debate, four-time NBA champion decided to sign with Lakers. In July 2018, James agreed to a four-year $153,312,846 contract with Lakers. While James' first year with Lakers did t bring expected results, James promised to bring home title after Lakers legend Kobe Bryant passed away earlier this year. 

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