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LeBron James Commits to Lakers for 2025-26; Trade Talks Remain on Hold

His no-trade clause gives him full control over any potential move

Lebron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers during the first half against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Paycom Center on November 30, 2023 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
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March 9, 2019; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) moves the ball against Boston Celtics center Al Horford (42) during the first half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Overview

  • LeBron James exercised his $52.6 million player option for the 2025-26 season without opening extension discussions
  • The Lakers have had no trade conversations about James and he has not requested a buyout, according to The Athletic
  • Agent Rich Paul has reiterated that James’s top goal is capturing a fifth NBA championship
  • Speculative trade scenarios have emerged, including a Heat reunion package and a defensive backcourt swap for Jrue Holiday and Matisse Thybulle
  • Teams such as the Cavaliers, Mavericks and Knicks are monitoring James’s status as insiders also float a pre-retirement farewell tour