Man Who Said He Was LeBron James’ Son Arrested for Stalking at Brentwood Home

Late Friday night, around 9 p.m., the security team at LeBron James’ Brentwood, Los Angeles, property noticed a lone figure loitering near the driveway. The guard, unsure what the stranger was up to, reached for his phone and dialed 911.

When police arrived, the man—who later told officers he believed he was James’ son—refused to leave the premises. He never actually stepped inside the house, but his presence was enough to raise alarm.

Los Angeles Police Department confirmed the suspect was taken into custody without incident and booked on a felony stalking charge. According to the department, the arrest was straightforward: the suspect was detained, handcuffed, and escorted to the police station for processing.

James, who just finished his first season with the Philadelphia 76ers after eight years with the Los Angeles Lakers, was on the road that night playing the Cleveland Cavaliers in Cleveland. He had a rough outing, scoring only eight points on 3‑for‑12 shooting, and the Sixers fell 119‑95.

“He’s a private person and we’re just focused on the game,” a spokesperson for James said, declining to comment further on the incident.

TMZ Sports first reported the encounter, noting that the suspect never entered the celebrity’s home and that the LAPD’s response was swift. The arrest adds another odd footnote to a week that has already been busy for the NBA star, who is now averaging about 14.8 points, 7.4 assists, and 6.9 rebounds per game with the Sixers.

James splits his time between a new New York residence, his Los Angeles home, and frequent trips to Philadelphia—often by helicopter. The incident, however, underscores the challenges public figures face when fans or strangers cross the line.

Authorities are still investigating the motive behind the suspect’s claim. For now, the man remains in custody, and the case serves as a reminder that even celebrity neighborhoods have strict security protocols.