The Los Angeles Lakers and LeBron James do not appear to be on good terms currently. Plenty of reports have come out that suggest the two sides could part ways. Some think a trade might occur. Others simply think that James will play out the final season on his contract and either leave for another team or retire next offseason.

LeBron James may opted in to his player option with the Los Angeles Lakers for the 2025-26 season. But his agent Rich Paul expressed that James is seeking a fif

"He knows the Lakers are building for the future. He understands that, but he values a realistic chance of winning it all." Whether or not he has a realistic chance at winning a championship with the Lakers is subjective,