Despite LeBron James picking up his $52.6 million player option to remain with the Los Angeles Lakers for next season, there's never been more speculation surrounding his status with the team. That's in part because no new contract was negotiated this summer to keep him there past this upcoming season,

More than his statistical output, the 20-year-old son of NBA superstar LeBron James played with more confidence. During his matchup with Dallas Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg at the start of the Las Vegas Summer League, he defended with tenacity and showed the mindset that he wants to stop the best player on the court.

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers appear headed for a split at some point in the future. Whether that split comes before or during the 2025-26 NBA season or next offseason in free agency, the end seems to be near.

With a simple Instagram post, Nikola Jokic's agent may have sparked rumors of a possible union with LeBron James.

While a lot of things depend on how this season plays out, there is a lot of talk around the league about LeBron's future.

A stunning NBA trade proposal suggests LeBron James and son Bronny might join the Dallas Mavericks in a three-team deal involving the Lakers and Nets. The Lakers could center their team around Luka Dončić,

NBA insider Marc Stein recently suggested that LeBron James has a legitimate interest in playing in Dallas. And while unlikely, Stein also remains optimistic while forecasting a potential move to New York.

O’Neal, who won three straight NBA titles with the Lakers, said the team has addressed its size and star power but warned that shooting could make or break their playoff run. Still, he expects the team to perform better in the upcoming season and make a push for homecourt advantage.