Lakers trade idea sends LeBron James to Bucks for $175 million NBA champion, two-time MVP originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here. The Los Angeles Lakers ’ offseason will undoubtedly be centered around LeBron James’ looming retirement/free agent decision.

Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves want LeBron James to return to the Los Angeles Lakers if the future Hall of Famer doesn’t retire from the NBA this offseason, according to Lakers Daily.

Shannon Sharpe defended LeBron James after Byron Scott suggested the Los Angeles Lakers star should finish his career elsewhere.

The NBA’s global reach and popularity don’t mean it is perfect. The league has its share of problems and faults, including tanking, which has become an even bigger problem of late.

Luka Doncic celebrated his 27th birthday with 26 points, eight assists and six rebounds to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to a 129-101 rout of the Golden State Warriors on Saturday in San Francisco.

Luka Doncic marked his birthday with 26 points as the Los Angeles Lakers boosted their playoff hopes with a 129-101 drubbing of the depleted Golden State Warriors on Saturday.