Daniel “Booby” Gibson was arrested during a routine traffic stop over an arrest warrant for failing to appear in court over a speeding ticket … and he pleaded with cops to cut him some slack after all he’s done for the community — but the attempt resulted in an airball.

LeBron James‘ former teammate was pulled over by Beachwood Police in Ohio around 10:30 PM on Monday … after cops noticed him driving a truck with its taillights off.

In bodycam footage of the stop, 39-year-old Gibson quickly identified himself … but he didn’t really need to, ’cause the officer knew exactly who he was.

The two actually laughed about it … and after Gibson name-dropped the Cavs again, the officer said he wasn’t going to write him a ticket — he just wanted to make sure he was driving safely.

One problem — when the officer ran Gibson’s California license … an active warrant tied to a 2022 speeding ticket popped up in the system.

FWIW — Gibson was pulled over for going 90 in a 70 during that incident.

The cop told Gibson he was being taken into custody to be extradited to the Ohio State Patrol … and even though the NBAer thought his attorney had taken care of the situation back when it happened, there was nothing he could say to get out of it.

Booby got pretty frustrated … saying he usually gets different treatment in the area “because of all the things I’ve done in the community.”

In fact, he thought it was so unfair … he claimed he would likely move back to Houston because of the matter.

Even though the officer told him the situation was out of his hands, Gibson asked for his name and badge number before getting out of the car and putting his hands behind his back.

“Every time I’ve ever been arrested out here, or pulled over, every officer has allowed me to go home and handle the stuff from home,” Gibson said … adding he was just hanging out with the mayor earlier in the night.

“So, the fact that I don’t get no consideration for everything I do out here just tells me, like, why am I doing it? It just makes no sense to me to be trying to take care of the community when I get treated like s***.”

Booby wasn’t lying about giving back — he still helps the youth in his retirement … unfortunately for him, the law still applies to good people.

But Gibson will be able to move past it all — he paid his fine for the speeding ticket earlier this week.

Former “American Idol” star David Archuleta may be going back to the stars … “Star Search,” that is, because he tells TMZ he’s super curious about the upcoming reboot.

Here’s the deal … the talent variety show “Star Search,” which aired from the ’80s through the early 2000s, is making a comeback on Netflix with a reboot that will be hosted by Anthony Anderson premiering early next year.

David told TMZ reporter Charlie Neff he’s stoked to see how the show will be different — and yet retain its original magic — from when he competed on it at age 12 in 2003.

The “Crush” singer tells us … appearing and winning the title of Junior Vocal Champion was an important milestone in his career and helped prepare him for when he took a run on “American Idol,” where he nabbed 2nd place, losing to winner David Cook in 2008.

David — who is gearing up for his “My Only Wish” Christmas tour — is not only excited to see the reboot … he also tells us he would love to participate as a judge, helping to shape the lives of up-and-coming musicians.

As for Anthony Anderson as the new host, David tells us he’s a perfect choice … but still, Anthony has huge shoes to fill … because Ed McMahon and Arsenio Hall are obviously legends.

An associate of “Tiger King” star Joe Exotic was attacked by a tiger during a show in Oklahoma earlier this year … and now TMZ has learned the official cause of death.

According to the Tulsa Medical Examiner, Ryan Easley died from blunt force, sharp force, and crushing injuries … due to tiger mauling.

As we reported … Ryan was handling a tiger during a show at the Growler Pines Tiger Preserve in Hugo, OK, on September 20. We were told a tiger suddenly grabbed Ryan around his neck and shoulder area, and sank its teeth into him before violently shaking him.

Ryan’s mentor retired in 2011, and he started a traveling act called ShowMe Tigers, where he would show off the talents of several trained tigers.

He opened Growler Pines after the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, which meant traveling with his act wouldn’t be viable.

A statement was shared on Growler Pines’ Facebook account after the event took place, calling it a “painful reminder of both the beauty and unpredictability of the natural world.”