Anthony Davis Denies Rumors of Lebron Tension, Calls Claims False

WHO:

NY Post - Anthony Davis, LeBron James, Lionel Hollins

Pro Football Network - Anthony Davis, LeBron James

WHAT:

NY Post - Anthony Davis rejected a story about LeBron James beating him to morning workouts.

Pro Football Network - Anthony Davis refuted claims of tension with LeBron James during their time together in Los Angeles.

WHERE:

NY Post - Los Angeles, California (context of the Lakers team)

Pro Football Network - Los Angeles, California (context of the Lakers team)

WHY:

Pro Football Network - Anthony Davis called the rumors of tension "baseless."

HOW:

NY Post - Anthony Davis publicly disputed the claims made by Lionel Hollins.

(UPDATED August 4, 2026 07:42 UTC)

Anthony Davis has publicly rejected a story claiming that LeBron James beat him to morning workouts and has also refuted any suggestions of tension between them during their time with the Lakers in Los Angeles. He described the rumors as "baseless" and specifically disputed claims made by Lionel Hollins. This response highlights the strong relationship between the two star players as they prepare for the upcoming season.