LeBron James faces social media backlash over pregame outfit ahead of crucial Lakers-Warriors clash - "Farmer Bron with his hoodie on!"

Hours before the Los Angeles Lakers faced the Golden State Warriors in a pivotal regular-season matchup, LeBron James turned heads with his unconventional pregame outfit. The NBA legend arrived at Crypto.com Arena wearing distressed denim overalls featuring the word "AKRON" in prominent lettering, paying homage to his hometown.

James paired the overalls with a black hoodie, dark sunglasses, and black sneakers. While the 40-year-old seemed confident in his fashion choice, social media users quickly voiced their disapproval, sparking a wave of humorous and critical reactions.

Social media roasts LeBron James’ denim overalls look

Fans on X (formerly Twitter) didn’t hold back in their assessment of James’ outfit. The general consensus leaned heavily toward disapproval, with many calling the look a fashion misfire.

Key reactions included:

- “The flop master”

- "Candy**s outfit lol"

- "That fit ain’t it"

- "Farmer bron with his hoodie on under his overalls. FASHION"

- "Who approved this fit?"

- "That fit is not hard😂"

- "Did Bronny be-dazzle that for him"

Despite the online roasting, James has never been one to let outside criticism affect his performance.

High stakes for Lakers and Warriors in playoff race

LeBron arrives fitted for tonight's matchup against Steph and the Warriors 👀

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The matchup between the Lakers and Warriors carried significant weight in the Western Conference standings .



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With only seven games left in the regular season, the Lakers held a two-game lead over the Warriors. A win for Golden State would tighten the race for playoff positioning, while a Lakers victory would strengthen their hold on a top-three seed.

LeBron’s on-court focus outweighs fashion criticism

While James’ outfit became an unexpected talking point, his performance on the court mattered far more. As the NBA’s all-time leading scorer and a four-time champion, he has consistently proven his ability to rise above distractions.

Given his track record, the social media roasting was unlikely to faze him. Instead, his priority remained securing a crucial win for the Lakers as they push for a strong playoff position.

Also read: Los Angeles Lakers vs Golden State Warriors prediction (April 3, 2025): Playoff preview with key odds, spread, best picks, and more

Fashion critiques aside, James’ legacy is built on basketball excellence—not wardrobe choices. And with the postseason approaching, his play, not his pregame attire, will ultimately define his impact.