Breaking News: The controversy within the James family continues: ‘I wish everyone, including LeBron, would leave Bronny alone’ …see more

LeBron James is known for being fiercely protective of his family, especially when it comes to his children.

Despite his extraordinary career and achievements, one thing LeBron didn’t have growing up was a father figure. Raised by his mother, Gloria James, LeBron received all the love and support she could give, but the absence of a father was something that likely had an impact.

As a result, LeBron has always been determined to provide for his children what he never had-a stable, loving presence from both parents.

However, when ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith publicly questioned LeBron’s role as a father, it led to a heated confrontation between the two. The exchange came last week at the Crypto.com Arena, and it quickly became the center of attention.