NBA Stars Slam Noah Lyles' 'World Champion' Comment

NBA stars including Kevin Durant, Damian Lillard, and Aaron Gordon criticized American sprinter Noah Lyles for his comments about the NBA being "world champions." Lyles, who recently won gold at the World Athletics Championships, questioned the use of the term "world champion" in the NBA, stating that it only represents the United States. NBA players responded on social media, with Durant expressing concern, Booker reacting with a face palm emoji, Gordon challenging Lyles to a race, and others questioning his remarks. Lyles has yet to respond to the criticism.