Long-time NBA analyst Skip Bayless recently accused Dillon Brooks, who became a meme for hate-watching during the Los Angeles Lakers Game 4 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder last May, of selling out to LeBron James.Brooks and James have shared a fierce rivalry in the past few years, which is why Bayless was surprised to learn that Brooks actually asked James agent, Rich Paul, for courtside tickets to watch the said contest.I just lost respect for Dillon Brooks, who admits he got his courtside seat at the Laker playoff game from Rich Paul, Bayless posted on X. Come on, dont sell out to LeBron. Dont lose your Dillon the Villain edge vs LBJ. Dont turn into Draymond (Green), going from LBJ enemy to business partner.MORE:NBA star Dillon Brooks slams social media junkie LeBron JamesIt is important to note that Brooks agent, Mike George, is signed with the Klutch Sports Group, which explains his connection with Paul. However, its hard to envision that Brooks will take it easy on James the next time they share the court.Dillon Brooks breaks down the viral Game 4 memeMay 19, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks in attendance at the Phoenix Mercury game against the Toronto Tempo at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn ImagesAfter the Oklahoma City Thunder swept the Phoenix Suns in the first round of the 2026 playoffs, Dillon Brooks said he wanted to watch the Thunder face the Los Angeles Lakers in the second round. And during Game 4, he was seen laughing courtside while LeBron James was shooting his free throws.Cause when we were playing against OKC, I was just so like just locked in, locked in, locked in, Brooks said on the Road Trippin Show. So now Im like, let me watch it from the other point of view. So I wanted Game 3, like its easier for Game 4. Im like, all right, perfect for Game 4. And then I get to the seats. Im like, Oh, st. So like I guess he was talking to a fan or something. Like a LA fan, and I guess he was like, I know youre throwing shade at me.You know how he talks like, I know youre throwing shade at me. I know, I know, I know, so Im looking at him, Im like, Oh my god, hes really worried about this fan right here, and youre 3-0 right now. Im just cracking up right here, and Im telling my agent on the side, Im like, Damn, hes really focused on the wrong st right now. he added.Enjoy free coverage of the top news & trending stories with The Big Lead Newsletter