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Lakers Fan Files Small-Claims Suit Against LeBron James Over ‘Second Decision’ Teaser

The $865.66 claim argues the teaser prompted a costly ticket purchase during a brief ticket-price spike, and the case is pending as James has not commented publicly.

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LeBron James in LA Lakers jersey alongside fan in James 23 jersey from Cleveland
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Overview

  • Norwalk resident Andrew Garcia filed in Los Angeles County small claims court on Oct. 8, alleging fraud, deception and misrepresentation tied to LeBron James’ teaser.
  • Garcia says he spent $432.83 each for two tickets to the March 31, 2026 Lakers–Cavaliers game, believing it could be James’ final matchup with his former team.
  • James’ cryptic post labeled “The Second Decision” drew retirement speculation before the next day’s reveal showed it was a Hennessy advertisement.
  • StubHub data cited in coverage shows average Lakers ticket prices nearly doubled and sales surged after the teaser, particularly for late-season home dates.
  • Reaction has split prominent voices, with Stephen A. Smith and Skip Bayless condemning the stunt and Nick Young and Kendrick Perkins defending it as effective publicity.