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Transitioning into a broader cultural critique, the commentary then contrasted the celebrity culture found in sports like the NBA with that of the UFC. Notably, a particular UFC fighter, Kobe Covington, gained traction for publicly decrying LeBron James, branding him as a “scumbag” for his apparent frivolity in the face of serious allegations and questionable moral choices. In Covington’s tirade, one could detect an undercurrent of nationalism and masculinity that often pervades UFC culture, lending a stark contrast to the perceived decadence of celebrity parties.