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 Golden State Warriors’ summer has been stuck in neutral as the team has waited out Jonathan Kuminga’s restricted free agency. The Warriors are the only team in the NBA to do nothing this summer as Kuminga has looked for a sign-and-trade deal elsewhere that could land him his desired role.

The Los Angeles Lakers continue to straddle the fence between building for a future with Luka Dončić and trying to win now with a core of Dončić and LeBron James. Also caught in the middle is 2024 first-round pick Dalton Knecht.

The Los Angeles Lakers have been named as a team to monitor in a potential blockbuster deal for Portland Trail Blazers guard Jrue Holiday.

Could an unexpected reunion between LeBron James and the Heat be brewing? NBA insiders hint at a scenario that might shake up the league.

Kevin Durant had multiple trade destinations in his mind once it was clear that he and the Phoenix Suns wanted to end their partnership. The two-time NBA champion landed on the Houston Rockets.

The Los Angeles Lakers are exploring a significant roster shakeup following their playoff disappointment, potentially trading Gabe Vincent in a three-team deal to acquire Nikola Vucevic. This move, proposed by Sports Illustrated,