Former Los Angeles Lakers guard Derek Fisher told the New York Post that the team’s supporters maintain a “love-hate relationship” with LeBron James, according to an exclusive interview published July 13, 2026.
Fisher, a five-time NBA champion with the Lakers, said admiration for James’ on-court accomplishments often coexists with sharp criticism whenever the club falls short of its title ambitions. He added that the fluctuating sentiment reflects the high expectations historically linked to the franchise.
The brief interview offered no comments from current Lakers players or team officials.
Source: New York Post
