LeBron James, U's Rashod Bateman and more: Sports world reacts to George Floyd's death

The death of George Floyd while in police custody on Monday in Minneapolis has sparked outrage locally and beyond.

Powerful video of the 47-year-old Floyd pleading, "I can't breathe" as a police officer kneels on his neck has led to similarly powerful reactions — including many from the world of sports.

Here are some of those reactions from social media — some from local athletes and others worldwide:

*Gophers wide receiver Rashod Bateman reacted with a strong yet heartbreaking message.

*LeBron James posted on Instagram to his 65 million followers an image of Floyd next to an image of Colin Kaepernick, with the words: "Do you understand NOW!!??!!?? Or is it still blurred to you?? #StayWoke"

*Former Lynx star and FSN TV analyst Rebekkah Brunson called the way Floyd died "inhumanely sickening."

*Timberwolves guard Josh Okogie added perspective with his own message.

*Gophers wrestler Gable Steveson posted a photo with another person holding a "Justice 4 George" sign.

*Twins manager Rocco Baldelli tweeted to "remember his name. Remember what happened."

*Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr didn't mince words, calling what happened in Minneapolis "murder."

Women's basketball legend Lisa Leslie — with a message that was retweeted thousands of times, including by former Lynx player Seimone Augustus — challenged her followers to pay attention.