Potential LeBron James to Warriors, Jimmy Butler to Lakers Trade Has $57 Million Issue originally appeared on Athlon Sports.

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The chatter around LBJ leaving L.A has become more than a whisper. And now, the odds that he joins another franchise soon are shortening. See the latest.

A new name has come up in rumors for the Knicks recently in the form of a Los Angeles Lakers star. No, not Luka Doncic or LeBron James, but rather rising guard Austin Reaves. Sports Illustrated’s Chris Mannix made the case for Reaves to end up in New York.

Los Angeles Lakers superstar forward LeBron James will soon head into an unprecedented 23rd season of his career.  More news: NBA Insider Provides Massive Updat

James was reportedly asked by ESPN if he wanted to share thoughts on picking up his $52.6 million player option and speculation surrounding a supposed strained relationship with ownership, but he declined. "I ain't got nothing to talk about," ESPN's Dave McMenamin said James told him off camera.

Michael Jordan is arguably the greatest player to ever lace them up, and if there's a close second or someone who might be better, it's only Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James. The Chicago Bulls have faced some tough times since Jordan's departure, but they remain a proud organization, largely due to the legacy he established.

Heat Exec Drops Stunning LeBron James Hint as Lakers Trade Rumors Swirl originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Miami Heat have conducted a successful re-tooling period this offseason in an effort to build a true title contender in the Eastern Conference.