“What a diva”: NBA fans echo disappointment as LeBron James set to skip 2024 All-Star Game practice and media day

LeBron James has made it to the All-Star Game for the 20th time in his career. This is the most by any player in NBA history. Given the number of times that James has appeared in the All-Star Game, his media availability and practice during the weekend have been taken for granted.

However, this time, the status of the LA Lakers star is a bit different. NBA writer, Marc J. Spears reported that LeBron won't be attending the All-Star Game practice and Media Day.

Given the influence that James holds and how much fans want to listen to him, it was disappointing for many, who took to Twitter to express their frustration:

"What a diva," one fan said.

One fan had a very strong reaction:

"This guy is a fraud didn’t deserve to be captain at all trash player that controls the media."

Here are some more reactions from fans on X.

LeBron James' All-Star Game records

LeBron James finally broke Kareem-Abdul Jabbar's record for most All-Star Game selections in NBA history after being picked for the 20th time in his career.

The four-time champion also holds the record for the most consecutive All-Star Game appearances in the league's history. He has a total of 19 conservative All-Star Game appearances, compared to Kareem’s 18.

He is also far ahead of Kobe Bryant, who is second on the list for most All-Star Games as a starter. James has a total of 19 selections as a starter and the 2024 NBA All-Star Game would be his 20th.

LeBron James has also played the most minutes in All-Star Games at 523. He has the most points (426), with Kobe Bryant a distant second (290).

LeBron has averaged 22.4 ppg in the All-Star Games so far. He has also recorded 5.8 rpg and 5.8 apg. James has made 178 field goals on 345 attempts and a total of 135 3-pointers. The highest points that the Ohio-born superstar has tallied in a game is 36 in the 2012 All-Star Game. He also has a total of three MVP awards.

James was selected as the captain of the West, while Giannis Antetokounmpo will captain the East. The captains were the highest vote-getters in their respective conferences. The All-Star Game will be played on Sunday, Feb. 18, 2024, at 8:00 p.m. ET at Gainbridge Fieldhouse Arena.