When it comes to trade rumors involving LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers, there’s one potential destination that’s flying under the radar — but deserves more attention.
LeBron remains the NBA’s biggest star, and each offseason brings speculation about his next move. After a
Pairing James with Luka Doncic certainly added star power, and the Doncic trade made waves across the league. However, last season showed that star power alone isn’t enough — the team still has gaps to fill.
As James returns for the 2025-26 season, questions linger: will he remain a Laker? If not, there’s a dark horse team in the mix that few are talking about — but maybe they should be.
LeBron James might remain in Los Angeles — just not in the way most people expect.
In a late June interview with ESPN’s Shams Charania, James’ agent Rich Paul said that “LeBron wants to compete for a championship,” fueling speculation that he could be considering a move away from the Lakers. Paul also noted that “he knows the Lakers are planning for the future,” and while James respects that direction, he still prioritizes having a real shot at winning another title. Paul emphasized their appreciation for the eight-year partnership with Jeanie Buss and Rob Pelinka, calling the Lakers a significant part of LeBron’s career.
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