LeBron James recently made his debut on the “New Heights” podcast with Travis Kelce of the Kansas City Chiefs and his brother, retired Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce. The episode, which was released on Wednesday, delved into the age-old debate of NBA vs. NFL.
The conversation centered around the battle for Christmas viewership, a day that has long been dominated by the NBA. However, the NFL has been making strides in recent years to establish itself as a holiday destination for football fans.
Jason Kelce questioned LeBron on who truly owns Christmas, referencing LeBron’s previous statement that Christmas belongs to the NBA. Despite his initial confidence, LeBron admitted that the NFL had outperformed the NBA in viewership on Christmas Day.
Even though LeBron’s Lakers emerged victorious against the Warriors on Christmas, he acknowledged that the NFL’s halftime show featuring Beyoncé may have stolen the spotlight. The allure of Beyoncé, coupled with a highly anticipated game between the Texans and the Chiefs, likely drew viewers away from the NBA.
Despite the numbers, LeBron stood by his claim that Christmas is still the NBA’s day, likening his defense of the NBA to standing up for a younger sibling in a fight. He remained steadfast in his support of the NBA, even in the face of stiff competition from the NFL.