The Los Angeles Police Department arrested a man on Friday night at the Brentwood home of basketball star LeBron James. This occurred while James was playing in Cleveland against his former team, the Cavaliers.
This season, James plays for the Philadelphia 76ers after an eight-year tenure with the Los Angeles Lakers. The Cavaliers initially drafted him first overall in 2003, and he helped them secure a championship in 2016.
Philadelphia 76ers forward LeBron James (23) in action during a preseason game against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center on Oct. 8, 2026. (Ishika Samant/Getty Images)
According to TMZ Sports, security identified the suspect at approximately 9 p.m. and notified authorities. The LAPD confirmed to OutKick that the man was arrested without incident on suspicion of felony stalking. He claimed to be James’ son but did not enter the residence.
LeBron James of the Philadelphia 76ers following a game against the New York Knicks on Oct. 5, 2026, at Xfinity Mobile Arena. (NBAE via Getty Images)
A spokesperson for LeBron James declined to comment on the incident.
In Cleveland, James had a challenging game, recording eight points from 3-for-12 shooting, missing all four shots from three-point range. Despite his effort, the Sixers lost to the Cavaliers, finishing 119-95, bringing their season to an 8-2 record.
The NBA’s leading scorer is currently averaging 14.8 points, 7.4 assists, and 6.9 rebounds per game.
LeBron James of the Philadelphia 76ers versus the Cleveland Cavaliers on Oct. 22, 2026, in Philadelphia. (Getty Images)
James has another home in New York and frequently travels between there and Philadelphia by helicopter.
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