This hypothetical trade would send the San Antonio Spurs LeBron James, and the Lakers would land Keldon Johnson, Harrison Barnes, Jeremy Sochan, and Atlanta’s 2027 first-round pick.

The writing was on the wall when LeBron James opted into his contract with the Los Angeles Lakers. His time with the ...

LeBron James had an outstanding performance for the Los Angeles Lakers during the 2024-25 NBA season, helping the team clinch a postseason spot. Unfortunately, their championship hopes were cut ...

LeBron James has played an NBA-record 22 seasons in the league, but the four-time champion is preparing for another season with the Los Angeles Lakers after opting in for the 2025-26 season ...

What Could the Lakers Get in a Blockbuster Trade for LeBron James? The idea of the Lakers cutting ties with James without receiving a true superstar in return is going to be hard to swallow for LA ...

There is a lot of evidence that it’s good. LeBron has been a Laker for seven years, has won a title in Los Angeles and just opted into his player option for the 2025-26 season.

The Lakers were hoping that LeBron James might be generous enough to take a pay cut this year to help them out. It doesn't look like that's going to happen.