Why is LeBron James taking break from social media? What Lakers star said about his decision [Video]

One way fans can connect with their favorite athletes is through social media — well, as long as the athletes are on fans’ platforms of choice.

Yet while social media has its positives, it also comes with plenty of negatives, and that can be mentally draining for both fans and athletes alike. Indeed, the negative side of social media led Lakers star LeBron James to declare his intent to take a break from social media.

“Getting off social media for the time being,” he wrote. “Y’all take care.”

And with that said I’ll holla at y’all! Getting off social media for the time being. Y’all take care ✌🏾👑

— LeBron James (@KingJames) November 20, 2024

James reposted a screenshot on X (formerly Twitter) earlier Wednesday about how the sports world needs to be better about using its platform for positivity rather than negativity. The Lakers forward added “AMEN” to the repost along with a salute emoji.

His …