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NBA Scout: LeBron James Not Going Anywhere, Lakers Wouldn’t Trade Him Even If He Demanded It

One rival NBA scout can’t take it anymore. “Please stop this silliness. There is zero percent chance the Los Angeles Lakers trade LeBron James, even if he demanded it,” the scout told Hoops Wire.

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'You Don’t Think He’s Going to Miss': LeBron James and Kevin Durant Place Shai Gilgeous-Alexander in Steph Curry’s Echelon

Few players in NBA history have mastered the art of scoring quite like LeBron James and Kevin Durant. But the two future Hall of Famers also recognize other elite scorers in today’s game.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / July 2

Miami Heat Linked To Blockbuster Trade For $52 Million All-Star

Miami Heat fans are growing impatient with the front office's lack of moves, especially after team president Pat Riley claimed the organization would avoid running it back.

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How many of the 25 NBA players with the most career assists can you name in five minutes?

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / July 2

LeBron James Viewed By Organization As Expiring Contract

When LeBron James picked up his player option for the 2025-26 season, it was accompanied with a statement from him and his agent Rich Paul that he was still looking to compete for a title despite the Los Angeles Lakers prioritizing the future.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / July 2

Luka Doncic Blamed for Ending LeBron James' Era in Los Angeles

There is never a dull moment in Los Angeles. As one of the most historic franchises in the NBA, the Lakers are always under the microscope. The franchise is set to change owners in a $10 billion transaction, while on the court, the Lakers are entering a new era with superstar guard Luka Doncic at the controls.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / July 2

‘The Lakers might be good for him’… James Worthy urges Rob Pelinka to secure signing of free agent

The Los Angeles Lakers are yet to fill their void at the center position ahead of the 2025-26 NBA season. So far, the Los Angeles Lakers are among the top losers in the NBA Free Agency.

LeBron James Supports Post Ripping WNBA Players for Caitlin Clark Treatment

NBA legend LeBron James has been extremely supportive of Indiana Fever superstar guard Caitlin Clark throughout the latter's professional career. This was proven once again just last month, when James made an X post that read, "The CC EFFECT!!

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NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / July 2

Rockets Star Kevin Durant and Lakers' LeBron James Debate the Mid-Range Game

It is not often that fans of basketball can watch two of the greatest minds, and not just two of the greatest players, in the history of the game sit down and talk basketball.

LeBron James News / Athlon Sports / July 2

Lakers Miss On Big Signing Because Of LeBron James

The Los Angeles Lakers have been rather quiet in free agency. So far, they've lost Dorian Finney-Smith and signed Jake LaRavia, all while LeBron James puts pressure on the front office to make big moves.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / July 2

Cavaliers ‘Not That Interested’ In LeBron James Reunion

The Cleveland Cavaliers are “not that interested” in a LeBron James reunion, according to Kurt Helin of NBC Sports. James, 40, picked up his player option

LeBron James News / Fadeaway World / July 2

NBA Insider Reveals How LeBron James Is Reacting During Wild Offseason

This could be the first time in LeBron James' 23-year NBA career that we witness him getting traded to another team instead of moving in free agency. After

Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / July 1

Brian Windhorst answers whether LeBron James will be traded

Will LeBron James be traded this offseason? That has been a popular question lately.

LeBron James' agent reportedly provided notable update on trade market

Former executive's comment about LeBron James' trade market may raise eyebrows

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NBA News / Hoops Wire / July 1

Mavericks, Cavaliers Betting Favorites To Acquire LeBron James If He Requests Trade From Lakers

The Dallas Mavericks and Cleveland Cavaliers are the betting favorites to acquire LeBron James if the NBA legend requests a trade from the Los Angeles

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / July 1

LeBron James' agent reportedly provided notable update on trade market

James has exercised his $52.6M player option for the 2025-26 season and has a no-trade clause in his contract. Still, he may be keeping his options open.

Does LeBron want a trade or attention?

NBA insider believes Lakers have inside track to sign former No. 1 overall pick

Former Sixth Man of the Year returning to 76ers for 18th NBA season

Free-agent loss leaves Sixers in dire need of size

Obscure guard has been the star of NBA transaction season

LeBron James News / Hoops Wire / July 1

LeBron James Wants To Compete For A Championship, Monitoring Lakers Moves

LeBron James wants to compete for a championship next season at age 40 and 41. The leading scorer in NBA history is monitoring the Los Angeles Lakers’ offseason moves, per Shams Charania of ESPN. It sounds like if James doesn’t think the Lakers will be a title contender next season, he could request a trade.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / July 1