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LeBron James Trade Talks Stall After Opting Into $52.6 Million Lakers Deal

Despite inquiries from at least four teams, new CBA and salary-cap hurdles have put any potential blockbuster on hold.

Lebron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers handles the ball in front of Alex Caruso #9 of the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first half at Paycom Center on April 8, 2025 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
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LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers in action against the New Orleans Pelicans at Crypto.com Arena on April 04, 2025 in Los Angeles, California.
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Overview

  • LeBron exercised his $52.6 million player option with the Lakers, securing his contract for the 2025-26 season.
  • His agent, Rich Paul, said James remains focused on chasing a championship and will weigh any trade offers.
  • Teams including the Warriors, Cavaliers and Mavericks have reached out to Paul with trade proposals.
  • Recent luxury-tax and second-apron rules under the new collective bargaining agreement have made matching salaries difficult, stalling negotiations.
  • James dismissed reunion rumors after a routine training visit to the Cavaliers’ facility, saying he trains there every summer.