Jay Z gave a speech introducing LeBron James as the Sports Illustrated Sportsperson of the Year on Monday night in Brooklyn, and the rapper/former Nets minority owner made sure to toss in a jab at New York Knicks president Phil Jackson:
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Jay-Z takes a subtle shot at Phil Jackson while introducing LeBron James as Sports Illustrated's Sportsperson of the Year: pic.twitter.com/Kp85FLYSWF
— Ian Begley (@IanBegley) December 13, 2016
Jackson drew plenty of criticism after referring to James’ business associates as his “posse” last month in an interview with ESPN’s Jackie MacMullan. The comments angered James, and he said earlier this month that he has no plans or interest in talking to Jackson.