The rumored fallout between LeBron James and Drake has taken another twist, and this time, it’s tied to a small but telling detail on social media.
The Los Angeles Lakers star, who has been the subject of speculation for months due to his apparent support for Kendrick Lamar over Drake, made a subtle change online that has reignited the conversation.
Over the weekend, eagle-eyed fans noticed that James‘ new Instagram profile picture featured his son Bryce wearing an OVO hoodie.
One user highlighted the moment online, posting: “Bryce James has been spotted in an OVO hoodie in LeBron James‘s new profile picture on Instagram.”
That minor wardrobe choice quickly set off a wave of reactions. “Bronny and Bryce grew up with Drake in their presence… Hopefully their father will stop being corny one day,” one fan tweeted, echoing the sentiment of others who feel the friendship between James and Drake has soured.
From close friends to subtle signals
The tension marks a surprising chapter in what was once one of the NBA and music industry’s most visible friendships. James and Drake’s bond dates back to 2009 when the then-Cleveland Cavaliers star attended the release party for Drake’s breakout mixtape So Far Gone.
Over the years, their relationship grew, with Drake attending James’ games and family events, while James publicly referred to the rapper as “real family.”
Things shifted last summer when LeBron attended Kendrick Lamar‘s Juneteenth concert, an event that made headlines for its cultural significance and its pointed lyrical shots at Drake. Clips of James enthusiastically nodding along to Lamar’s “Not Like Us,” a track filled with harsh allegations about Drake and his circle, fueled rumors of a falling out.
Since then, fans have dissected James’ every move for clues. His playlist choices, concert appearances, and now even the background details of his profile picture have become talking points in the ongoing saga.
Whether Bryce‘s OVO hoodie is a peace offering or simply a coincidence remains unclear. Some fans have speculated that the choice could signal that there’s no true bad blood and that the James family still maintains ties to Drake. Others view it as another layer of subtle messaging from a player who understands the power of optics as well as anyone in sports.
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