Noah Lyles Throws Shade at NBA's "World Champions" Claim – A Bold Statement

In a recent viral moment, track and field star Noah Lyles took a bold stance on the NBA’s use of the term "world champions" to describe the winners of the NBA Finals. The video, shared by Eurosport and highlighted by Bleacher Report, showcases Lyles passionately questioning the legitimacy of the NBA's claim.

Lyles expressed his frustration, stating, "That hurts me the most is that I have to watch the NBA Finals, and they have world champion on they head. World champion of what? The United States?" He continued by emphasizing his love for the U.S. while pointing out that the NBA Finals do not represent the entire world. Lyles argued, "We have almost every country out here fighting, thriving, putting on they flag to show that they are represented. There ain't no flags in the NBA."

The video has sparked a significant conversation among sports enthusiasts and casual viewers alike. Lyles' comments resonate with many who feel that the term "world champions" should be reserved for competitions that include global participation, akin to the Olympics or World Championships in various sports.

Noah Lyles' perspective sheds light on the importance of global representation in sports and challenges the NBA to reconsider its terminology. For those intrigued by this thought-provoking stance, watch the full video to see Lyles' passionate take on the matter.