ESPN Insider Addresses Trade Move That 'Doesn't Make Sense' for LeBron James originally appeared on Athlon Sports. LeBron James picked up his $52.6 million player option for the 2025-26 season, but his decision only fueled speculation about his future with the Los Angeles Lakers.

The Los Angeles Lakers could trade LeBron James for a younger MVP who is a better fit with Luka Doncic. The post Lakers Trade Proposal Sends LeBron James East for $193 Million MVP appeared first on Heavy Sports.

The NBA legend was spotted at the Cavaliers’ practice facility in a photo posted online alongside Cleveland summer league invite Denver Jones on Friday. Despite trade rumors swirling around him, James shut down any notion that him being in his hometown was anything other than his usual offseason activity.