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Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic will start a promotional tour for Jordan brand before returning to EuroBasket.
Lakers Executive Comments on LeBron James’ Decision Amid Trade Rumors originally appeared on Athlon Sports. LeBron James opted in to his contract with the Los Angeles Lakers for the 2025-26 season. However, the Lakers have not worked out an extension with James, which has fueled rumors that the team may trade him this offseason.
The Mavericks would get LeBron James (from Lakers), Bronny James (from Lakers), Drew Timme (from Nets), Tyrese Martin (from Nets), $1.8 million trade exception (Dwight Powell) and a $1.1 million trade exception (Olivier-Maxence Prosper).
While the idea of a LeBron trade draws eyeballs, the reality of putting together one that works for everyone is much more difficult.
The Los Angeles Lakers have been named as a team to monitor in a potential blockbuster deal for Portland Trail Blazers guard Jrue Holiday.
According to insiders, there's chatter regarding LeBron’s desire to join a new team to pursue his goal of winning a fifth NBA title. Rumors suggest James is considering leaving the Lakers ahead of the 2024-25 season to reunite with Anthony Davis and Kyrie Irving in Dallas.
The Los Angeles Lakers are not through looking for talent to add to their backcourt after signing Marcus Smart.
The Los Angeles Lakers have reportedly waived Shake Milton, who had a non-guaranteed $3 million salary for the 2025-26 season.