LeBron James talks relationship with Michael Jordan, Brian Windhorst and Stephen A. Smith on Pat McAfee show

James cited Jordan’s intense competitive spirit as a reason the two don’t talk much now.

“We all know MJ. Even if you don’t know him personally, he’s one of the most ruthless competitors there is. And until I’m done, and he doesn’t have to look at me run up and down wearing the No. 23, and every time my name is mentioned, it’s mentioned with his, he’s like, ‘I don’t want to f***ing talk to you.'”

James never implied the pair had a bad relationship, still referring to Jordan as an inspiration.

LeBron James talks Stephen A. Smith feud

James also took a moment to discuss his feud with ESPN personality Stephen A. Smith. A verbal confrontation between James and Smith occurred on the court before the Lakers took on the New York Knicks on March 6.

The following day, Smith revealed the nature of that chat, saying James was upset about the way Smith talked about Bronny James.

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LeBron spoke on that feud Wednesday. After saying Smith was “on a Taylor Swift tour run right now,” James said Smith missed the entire point of their conversation.

James also joked about how excited Smith would be when he hears James talked about their feud on television.

Given Smith’s persona, it’s likely his “Taylor Swift tour run” will continue following James’ comments Wednesday.