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New York is finally back to relevance. For years, Madison Square Garden felt more like a haunted house than the Mecca of basketball. Now, though, there’s real hope. After a 51-win regular season, the Knicks looked poised for a deep postseason push. Jalen Brunson blossomed into a true franchise cornerstone. OG Anunoby solidified their defense. […]

While the future of LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers have been in question ever since the comments made from his representation about doing the best for himself in wanting to compete, there has been vitriol towards the 40-year-old. Even after the Lakers star James opted into his $52.6 million player option, there would […]

The moment Luka Doncic became a member of the Los Angeles Lakers, LeBron James was thrust into a situation he never anticipated experiencing: Second fiddle. There have been some growing pains as his input on the roster has not been sought out, according to reports, and Rich Paul’s comments on his behalf after opting into […]

Drake isn’t done revisiting The Pop Out, per HotNewHipHop. With his surprise release “What Did I Miss?” premiering during a livestream, the Toronto rapper kicked off the rollout for his new ICEMAN project and seemed to use the track to send warnings, reminders, and what many fans are calling a sneak diss toward LeBron James. […]

The 2025 NBA offseason has already seen its share of seismic shifts, but one potentially franchise-altering move still lingers on the horizon for the Cleveland Cavaliers. After a season filled with regular-season dominance but playoff disappointment, the Cavaliers now stand at a crossroads. The Eastern Conference landscape has shifted, longtime powerhouses are retooling, and a […]

LeBron James and Stephen Curry will always be intertwined in NBA history. They competed in the NBA Finals against each other four times during the 2010s, are arguably the two biggest stars of their generation and won a historic gold medal together in the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics. Their rivalry and friendship will soon end […]

Despite being under contract with the Los Angeles Lakers, LeBron James has stolen the offseason spotlight. The All-Star forward has been in the middle of trade rumors and speculation since he picked up his player option. His agent, Rich Paul, sent Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka a message telling him he needed to upgrade the […]

The relationship between the Los Angeles Lakers and LeBron James has been a tad rocky this offseason, as the organization has made it clear they plan to build for the future more so than a title run next season. With the rumor mill buzzing, James went viral on Friday after making an appearance at the […]

Lottery picks are usually a great way to build a championship team. Certainly, the Dallas Mavericks are hoping so after selecting Duke star Cooper Flagg No. 1 in the 2025 NBA Draft. At the end of the day, these are players who were at least the cream of the crop of their respective draft classes, […]

This offseason is a pivotal moment for the Golden State Warriors. Mike Dunleavy Jr. and his front office are tasked with finding reliable, consistent depth around Stephen Curry and Jimmy Butler in a limited market with limited options. Not to mention, Jonathan Kuminga’s restricted free agency continues to loom large with no certainty in sight. […]

Skip Bayless had critiques towards Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James picking up his player option for next season. James picked up his option for the 2025-26 NBA season, which will have him earn $52.6 million throughout the year. It will be his 23rd season in the league, continuing to command a high salary as […]

Tragedy has struck the soccer world as Liverpool superstar Diogo Jota, 28, and his brother, André Silva, 25, have died in a traffic accident. As players and fans around the world mourn this tragedy, Liverpool part-owner and NBA star LeBron James took to social media to react to the horrific news. “My prayers goes out […]

While the Los Angeles Lakers signed center DeAndre Ayton, obtaining a starting center that was needed coming out of last season, the biggest storyline has been around star LeBron James. With all the rumors surrounding the Lakers and James, this NBA insider provides a certain scenario that would be questionable for the team. After James […]

As LeBron James trade rumors continue to ramp up, the Los Angeles Lakers star has been linked to practically every other team in the league. However, even though a move to the Los Angeles Clippers would make geographical sense, the hypothetical scenario appears far-fetched. Despite liking his living situation in Los Angeles, James told those […]

LeBron James had a lot of people interested when he opted into his last year with the Los Angeles Lakers before free agency started. What made things even more interesting was when Rich Paul came out with a statement and said that James wanted to compete to win another championship. In that moment, it didn’t […]

Kiyan Anthony and Bronny James are following in their father’s footsteps by pursuing basketball, but it doesn’t come at an easy price, according to Kiyan. Kiyan is the son of Carmelo Anthony and actress Lala Anthony and shared that there are certain expectations people have burdened him with because he is the son of an […]

The Los Angeles Lakers’ recent addition of Deandre Ayton has not only addressed a critical roster need but also added an unexpected layer to LeBron James’ already historic resume. With Ayton’s arrival, James will now have played alongside nine No. 1 overall NBA Draft picks during his career, a staggering stat that only adds to […]

Will the Los Angeles Lakers trade LeBron James? Rumors have swirled around the subject over the past few weeks. Fans are curious as to which team James will finish his NBA career with. LeBron’s son, Bronny, addressed the matter while speaking to reporters after NBA Summer League practice on Wednesday, via Dave McMenamin of ESPN. […]

As free agency continues, trade speculation around LeBron James has continued to be a headline of the offseason. The conversations about James potentially being traded from the Lakers started to circulate after he opted into his $52.6 million option to return to the team for the upcoming season. To further enflame the conversations, Rich Paul’s […]

The Los Angeles Lakers entered the offseason with big goals. However, LeBron James put pressure on general manager Rob Pelinka after he opted into his $52.5 million player option. So far, Los Angeles has underwhelmed and lost out on most of their free agent targets. Austin Reaves turned down his extension and Luka Doncic might […]

The Los Angeles Lakers’ NBA Free Agency and LeBron James trade buzz just took an unexpected turn. As recently as yesterday, most believed LeBron James wouldn’t be traded. However, ESPN’s Brian Windhorst now admits he’s not so sure anymore. “My conversations over the last three days have crystallized that the Lakers are essentially viewing LeBron […]

A day before free agency began, LeBron James opted into his $52.6 million option with the Los Angeles Lakers. It wasn’t just that move that raised eyebrows, but it was the comments that his agent, Rich Paul, had to say afterwards about James and how he wants to compete for a championship. That led many […]

NBA legends Steve Nash and LeBron James have a podcast called “Mind The Game.” It has taken over as of late and has produced some great content since it first began in 2024. Nash took over for JJ Redick, who happened to become the Los Angeles Lakers head coach a few months after starting that […]

LeBron James isn’t retiring just yet, but he’s clearly warming up for life beyond basketball. James’ latest move? Singing Phil Collins’ In the Air Tonight in Amazon’s new Prime Day campaign, and doing it with more confidence than vocal range, per an X post. The 60-second spot, titled “What’s Next?”, anchors Amazon’s 2025 global campaign, […]

Trade rumors are swirling around LeBron James even after he opted in to his player option. There is speculation that the four-time NBA champion could demand a trade as he seemingly wants to play for a contender. Amid the ongoing rumors, insider Bobby Marks hit James with a harsh reality check if the superstar forward […]

Kevin Durant hasn’t played a minute for the Houston Rockets, but he’s already making his presence felt, not with a ball in hand, but with a microphone in front of him. On the latest episode of Mind the Game, Durant joined LeBron James and Steve Nash to talk hoops, per Houston chronicle. Not trades. Not […]

LeBron James’ agent, Rich Paul, made comments after James picked up his player option that alluded to the all-time great not being happy with the current state of the Los Angeles Lakers roster. Some took this to mean that James wants to be traded, but more likely, he is just putting pressure on the Lakers’ […]

The top overall pick in the NBA Draft is usually the best talent out of the draft class. While the potential is sky high, these prospects also face heavy pressure to become a franchise-altering player. This year, that burden went to Cooper Flagg, who the Dallas Mavericks selected with the first overall pick at the […]

LeBron James may have recently opted in for his $52.6 million player option with the Los Angeles Lakers for the 2025-26 season. However, instead of quelling rumors about his immediate future, the move has only increased the noise, with James understood to be monitoring the Lakers’ offseason closely. As things stand, James will be a […]

The Los Angeles Lakers are once again making headlines—this time not for on-court moves, but for their long-term financial strategy. According to recent reports from Shams Charania, the Lakers are prioritizing 2027 salary cap flexibility, with plans to preserve space for a potential max-level free agent signing. This forward-looking approach follows LeBron James’ player option […]

Even though LeBron James exercised a $52.6 million player option to stay with the LA Lakers, rumors persist of a possible trade.  They stem from Rich Paul’s recent comments that James would be open to a trade if the Lakers aren’t up to championship caliber. However, Paul clarified, saying that no trade option is available.  […]

With the rumors surrounding Los Angeles Lakers forward Dorian Finney-Smith, there has been speculation regarding what the future looks like for the 32-year-old. The Lakers’ power forward in Finney-Smith declined his player option worth $15.4 million, meaning he will hit the open market, though that may not be the worst outcome for the team. While […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder just won the NBA Finals. The team has the deepest roster in the NBA, but the rich could get richer this offseason. LeBron James might be a trade candidate this offseason, and the Thunder will have the firepower to outbid every other team in the league for his services if they […]

The Denver Nuggets had reported interest in LeBron James when the all-time great was hitting free agency in 2018. The Los Angeles Lakers won the pursuit for the former first overall pick, but Denver’s interest in James proved that they were ready to take the next step when it came to winning. Denver certainly has […]

After the Los Angeles Lakers’ LeBron James opted into his player option, there were interesting comments made from agent Rich Paul about understanding the team wanting to build for the future, but how the goal for the star is to compete in the present time. The comments from the Lakers star’s representation confused ESPN’s Brian […]

LeBron James and Stephen Curry are the two greatest players of the last generation of basketball. One of the best NBA players in history has had some epic battles throughout the years with the most elite shooter in NBA history. Because of that, fans have long dreamed of the two teaming up. It may be […]

With the rumors surrounding Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James and his representation saying that his goal is to compete right now for a championship, there is speculation around who the team can add to make them better. As there are rumors around James being traded from the Lakers, Bill Simmons has an idea on […]

LeBron James has never been traded during his soon-to-be record-breaking 23 seasons in the NBA. That could change this offseason, and the Dallas Mavericks have emerged as a potential front-runner for the all-time great if he does officially ask out. James just opted into his $52.6 million deal for next season, but his agent, Rich […]

After Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James exercised his player option for next season, valued at $53 million, there have been some questions about whether the player is fully sold on the direction of the team. As some fans believe James might want a trade from the Lakers, there has been no communication of that […]