LeBron James is speaking out after a man was arrested on suspicion of felony stalking at his Los Angeles home, with reports claiming the suspect told authorities he was the NBA superstar's son.
The incident unfolded on Friday (November 6) at James' property in Brentwood, California, while the Philadelphia 76ers forward was out of town for an NBA game.
Although the situation raised concerns about his family's safety, LeBron reassured reporters that his loved ones were unharmed and that he was still gathering information about what happened.
LeBron James Responds to Alleged Stalker Arrest at His Los Angeles Home
Speaking to reporters following the 76ers' November 8 victory over the Chicago Bulls, James briefly addressed the incident.
"My family is safe, and that's the most important," LeBron said. "We're still looking into everything."
The four-time NBA champion declined to provide additional details about the arrest or whether he had any previous knowledge of the suspect.
At the time of the incident, James was in Cleveland with the 76ers for their matchup against the Cavaliers, one of his former teams.
Man Allegedly Claimed to Be LeBron James' Son Before Stalking Arrest
According to the Los Angeles Police Department, officers responded to a possible burglary at James' Brentwood property around 9:40 p.m. on November 6.
Security personnel reportedly spotted an unidentified man on surveillance cameras and contacted authorities.
When officers arrived, they found the individual on the premises and arrested him without incident on suspicion of felony stalking.
In an additional development, sources told NBC4 Investigates that the man allegedly claimed to be LeBron James' son when confronted by authorities.
Police have not publicly confirmed the alleged family connection claim or explained the suspect's motive.
Authorities also confirmed that the man was unarmed, had not entered the residence and that nobody was home during the incident.
Who Is the Man Arrested at LeBron James' Brentwood Property?
According to the Los Angeles Times, the suspect was identified as 22-year-old Jaliere McWhite.
He was reportedly taken into custody and booked on suspicion of felony stalking. As of Monday (November 9), McWhite was being held at the Van Nuys Regional Jail on $150,000 bail.
Authorities have not publicly established whether the suspect had previously attempted to contact James or his family.
The circumstances surrounding his alleged presence on the property remain under investigation. An arrest or booking does not establish guilt, and the reported allegations have not been proven in court.
LeBron James Prioritizes Family Safety Following Security Scare
James, who joined the Philadelphia 76ers in 2026 after eight seasons with the Los Angeles Lakers, maintains strong family ties to Southern California.
His wife, Savannah James, and their youngest daughter, Zhuri, continue to live in Los Angeles.
Despite his demanding NBA schedule, LeBron has frequently spoken about the importance of family throughout his career.
For now, the basketball star appears focused on ensuring his family's safety while authorities continue examining the circumstances of the reported stalking incident.