ESPN posts propagandistic headline about Trump, LeBron and national anthem

What happened: ESPN.com ran the headline "Trump criticizes LeBron James for not standing still during the national anthem" after James practiced his golf swing during the anthem before his 76ers debut. Why it matters: The piece argues the headline framing minimizes James' conduct and suggests ESPN has an obligation to protect him. It also notes James was caught practicing his swing during the anthem on Christmas Day last year. Key numbers: James turns 42 in December; he has averaged 15 points per game through his first two games this season.

ESPN.com ran the headline "Trump criticizes LeBron James for not standing still during the national anthem" after James practiced his golf swing during the anthem before his 76ers debut.

The piece argues the headline framing minimizes James' conduct and suggests ESPN has an obligation to protect him. It also notes James was caught practicing his swing during the anthem on Christmas Day last year. Key numbers: James turns 42 in December; he has averaged 15 points per game through his first two games this season.