Overview

• Jake Fischer reported the Warriors have called the Lakers multiple times over the past 18 months to probe a path to pair James with Stephen Curry.
• LeBron picked up his $52.6 million option for 2025-26, holds a full no-trade clause, and has not requested a move, according to Rich Paul.
• Subsequent clarifications from reporters said nothing has changed on Los Angeles’ end, with the Lakers not interested in trading James.
• Contract and cap realities—highlighted by Golden State’s stalled Jonathan Kuminga negotiations—complicate any viable trade construction.
• Interest has been fueled by James-Curry chemistry from the 2024 Olympics, but current reporting indicates James is expected to begin the season with the Lakers.