LeBron James faces backlash for welcoming drug dealer Big Meech home from prison

dailymail.co.uk — October 18, 2024 at 02:01 PM UTC

LeBron James faced backlash from NBA fans after he welcomed Demetrius "Big Meech" Flenory, a convicted drug trafficker, home from prison. Flenory was recently moved to a residential reentry program in Miami after serving time for drug trafficking and money laundering. James posted a message on social media saying, "Welcome home Big Meech!!" This sparked criticism, with fans accusing him of glorifying criminal behavior. Some expressed disappointment, stating that such support undermines his status as a role model. Flenory co-founded the Black Mafia Family, which was involved in a major drug trafficking operation. He was sentenced to 30 years in prison in 2008. His release is part of a reentry program, but he is still under supervision until January 2026.

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