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The animosity between Lee and Shams isn't new; it can be traced back to earlier reports involving Butler that Lee vehemently opposed. Shams’s history of accurately reporting on Jimmy Butler—despite repeated denials from Lee—fuels the belief that there’s more than meets the eye in this ongoing conflict.
Lee's larger distaste for media's influence is evident, which adds a layer of complexity in understanding his fiery rebukes towards Shams. This relationship dynamic highlights a broader theme within agency relationships in sports, where agents often perceive media narratives as impediments to their work.