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In an interview with CNN LeBron James said that race played a factor in the hate he’s received for leaving Cleveland.

“I think so at times,” LeBron answered when asked by Soledad O’Brien if race played a role in the backlash. This is somewhat of a departure from James, and younger athletes like him, steering clear of racial issues on or off the court.

Watch the interview below.

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