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LeBron Jameswas ruthlesslyroastedafter he was filmed misinterpreting a crowd chant at the2024 Paris Olympic Games.

Theawkward momentwas filmed, quickly becoming a viral clip on social media.

LeBron thought the applause was for him.

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But really it was for Leon Marchand entering the arena.

The official X page for Eurosport France chimed in: Leon > LeBron.

Leon was reportedly sat behind the TeamUSAbench as fans became very excited after realizing he was in attendance.

LeBron James Mistakes French Olympic Cheers As Being For Him, Gets Slammed As “Self-Centered”

The Americans will playSerbiain the semifinals on Thursday at 9 pm CET.

This game didnt just have a major comeback.

LeBron James came back to the bench from the locker room.

LeBron James Mistakes French Olympic Cheers As Being For Him, Gets Slammed As “Self-Centered”

LeBron thought the applause was for him.

They played so well, they smelled blood.

We didnt respond well.

LeBron James Mistakes French Olympic Cheers As Being For Him, Gets Slammed As “Self-Centered”

We had the right attitude but physically we were not ready to respond.

And we got back into the game in the third quarter.

We had great players who led us in the last 25 minutes.

LeBron James Mistakes French Olympic Cheers As Being For Him, Gets Slammed As “Self-Centered”

The viral moment continued to ignite amusement

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LeBron James Mistakes French Olympic Cheers As Being For Him, Gets Slammed As “Self-Centered”

LeBron James Mistakes French Olympic Cheers As Being For Him, Gets Slammed As “Self-Centered”

LeBron James Mistakes French Olympic Cheers As Being For Him, Gets Slammed As “Self-Centered”

LeBron James Mistakes French Olympic Cheers As Being For Him, Gets Slammed As “Self-Centered”