SUMMARY
- LeBron James has sent the world into a frenzy with his recent comments about the New York Knicks.
- Bill Simmons has admitted that he fantasizes of a trade between the Lakers and Warriors, sending LeBron to The Bay.
LeBron James has proven to be a freak of nature, as his performances speak for themselves. Even at 39 years old, the 4x NBA champ has shown no signs of slowing down. He continues to average more than 20 points and he is halfway through his 21st season. It is no doubt that LeBron’s main goal is to win a 5th championship before bidding goodbye to the league. But the LA Lakers seem to be nowhere near a title-contending team.
This has meant that reports have emerged mentioning that LeBron is unhappy with the Lakers and their current team. Although he has expressed his confidence in the roster, it must be noted that LeBron has sent a message after a Lakers loss as well. He declined to clarify his message, which is still indecipherable.
“I’ve had that thought in my career.”
– LeBron James on playing for the Knicks
(Via https://t.co/FAhi5Ynr1T) pic.twitter.com/bepVKvMSkG
— NBACentral (@TheDunkCentral) February 3, 2024
Moreover, King James‘ comments about the New York Knicks have also sent the world into a frenzy, with many claiming that he’s eyeing a move to New York after his current contract runs out. The NBA guard has expressed his admiration for the franchise, as well as the iconic Madison Square Garden.
It is not the first time that insiders and analysts have proposed trades involving LeBron’s name. That is the case now, with Bill Simmons, the founder of The Ringer.
Bill Simmons dreams of LeBron James’ move to the Golden State Warriors
Bill Simmons claimed that he dreams of witnessing LeBron team up with Steph Curry at the Golden State Warriors. He said on The Ringer, “There’s a trade I really love, and it won’t happen. But the most fun trade for basketball is if he gets traded to the Warriors, and it’s Kuminga and Klay and maybe some pick swap down the road.”
“[LeBron] just doesn’t seem happy.”
It’s been a disappointing season so far for the Lakers. Where can LeBron and L.A. go from here?@BillSimmons discusses the limited options and the one trade he keeps coming back to: pic.twitter.com/4p0uyL2aYi
— The Ringer (@ringer) February 5, 2024
“And it’s just, ‘We’ll take LeBron for three months, and then he can declare for free agency.’ Klay gets to go back to the Lakers — his dad played there. And the Lakers get Kuminga out of it,” he added.
It will be a historic trade if LeBron ends up making his way to The Bay. He would be joining the other greatest player of our generation, and arguably the greatest shooter in NBA history. Although both of them will be well past their prime, both Steph and LeBron have proven that age is just a number to them.
With that said it could be well and truly a huge dream for fans and Simmons. The Warriors are unlikely to take in a player for the short term, especially when they are struggling right now. Moreover, the Lakers will most likely look to keep the legendary player as well.
NBA insider clears doubts surrounding LeBron’s future
ESPN’s Brian Windhorst, who has been quite on point with news about LeBron, has recently provided an update. On First Take, he claimed that LeBron is aiming to stay in LA with the Lakers. That puts all doubts over his future to bed, including the trade talks involving the Knicks.
“What I know is LeBron James is playing for 50 million next year. I believe it’s going to be with the Lakers. LeBron wants to be a Laker.”
— Brian Windhorst, via @FirstTake.#LakeShow pic.twitter.com/oXcpZbMXuG
— 🎗NBA•Fan🎗 (@Klutch_23) February 5, 2024
James’ current contract runs through the 2024-25 NBA season, and he will have a player option as well. It is still unclear what his plans are, whether retirement is an option, or a new contract is on the cards. Whatever the case, it will be safe to claim that the outcome of the ongoing and upcoming seasons could affect his decision.