Recent discussions and reports have highlighted a significant interest from the Golden State Warriors in acquiring LeBron James from the Los Angeles Lakers, sparking widespread speculation about LeBron's future in the NBA. @keyshawn Johnson mentioned that the conversation about LeBron wanting to play with Stephen Curry was more serious on LeBron's side. The Warriors and Lakers reportedly engaged in discussions about a potential trade, indicating both teams' owners are exploring the possibility amid rumors of LeBron's dissatisfaction in LA. @Espngreeny and @PaulHembo expressed belief in the successful pairing of LeBron and Curry, despite their ages, with @PaulHembo not ruling out a future collaboration. Brian Windhorst revealed that LeBron and Curry have been considering playing together for months, under coach Steve Kerr. @anthonyVslater mentioned that the Warriors are interested in adding a star wing next to Curry, with LeBron, Kevin Durant, and Paul George being potential targets. The Lakers, on their part, hope LeBron opts in to continue with Anthony Davis and another star, with Trae Young among the speculated targets. However, the Bronny James factor remains a significant consideration in LeBron's decisions, with the Lakers and other teams, including the Knicks, being mindful of this aspect. Despite the intrigue, there's no indication that a move to the Warriors was close, but the possibility may be revisited.
The Warriors made a run at #LeBronJames, attempting to land the #NBA superstar in a blockbuster trade that would've paired him with #StephCurry in Golden State! Read more 👇 https://t.co/ypr4iqprA8
REPORT: The Lakers are “willing to explore the notion of adding Bronny James next season”, per The Athletic. (https://t.co/wvk616I4Y9) https://t.co/dPgkG324mt
This would have been vastly different than the Kevin Durant & Warriors team up: - Steph is older - LeBron is older - The league is better Talk about must see tv every time they step foot on the court... @Espngreeny | #Warriors #Lakers https://t.co/CX2LSJtfof https://t.co/B8ykWnzkbw
The Warriors did sniff around on LeBron James after he sent out hints of discontent. It didn't happen. There’s zero indication it was close. That doesn’t mean it won’t be revisited in the summer. More, with @sam_amick, @anthonyVslater and @jovanbuha. https://t.co/ikk2kMcuAb https://t.co/0oFlk5Bw1B
Not only are rival executives increasingly convinced that LeBron James might want out, they’re focused on the Bronny James factor that continues to loom large. So what are the Lakers going to do about it? ✍️ @sam_amick | @anthonyVslater | @jovanbuha https://t.co/ikk2kMcuAb https://t.co/sfyZjRYV3v
Our latest LeBron story includes intel on how the Knicks have been moving (not in James' direction), the Warriors' strategy (including and beyond James) and the latest on his dynamic with the Lakers @jovanbuha @anthonyVslater @TheAthletic https://t.co/cN2V76T7gL
The Lakers hope LeBron James opts in and they can move forward with him, Anthony Davis and another star. But who could that star be? @sam_amick, @anthonyVslater and @jovanbuha analyze L.A.'s potential summer targets including Trae Young ⤵️ https://t.co/ikk2kMcuAb https://t.co/odNujNkdWx
What we know about LeBron's Lakers future: Could Steph Curry, the Warriors or Knicks be involved? And what's the latest on the Bronny factor? All of our latest intel and insight here, with @jovanbuha and @anthonyVslater, at @TheAthletic https://t.co/cN2V76T7gL
But not only are rival executives increasingly convinced that James might want out, they’re focused on the Bronny James factor that continues to loom large. So what are the Lakers going to do about it? ✍️ @sam_amick | @anthonyVslater | @jovanbuha https://t.co/ikk2kMcuAb https://t.co/XTrmVC4v8C
LeBron James' recent trip to New York featured all sorts of pro-Knicks signals that sparked speculation about a Broadway-worthy possibility. But the Knicks' brass don't appear to be on board. Details, from @sam_amick, @anthonyVslater and @jovanbuha ⤵️ https://t.co/P0vKcmPLza https://t.co/r0TSAvPcBK
LeBron James is giving his suitors hope these days. Where could he end up? How are the Lakers planning to entice him to stay? More intel, from @sam_amick, @anthonyVslater and @jovanbuha ⤵️ https://t.co/ikk2kMcuAb https://t.co/V9MuZELLDq
“If [LeBron James] has wandering eyes in the summer, or if Kevin Durant does or if Paul George is going to be a free agent at this point... the Warriors will be in on that conversation because I think they want a legitimate star wing next to Steph Curry.” - @anthonyVslater… https://t.co/RgJqWxjPTO
"I'm not putting it to bed that LeBron James and Steph Curry could still team up someday." 😳 @PaulHembo via #Greeny with @Espngreeny | @ESPNNBA @ESPNLosAngeles #Lakers #Warriors https://t.co/7tm90zXaCY
Brian Windhorst says that LeBron James and Stephen Curry have been discussing the possibility of playing together for several months, under the coaching of Steve Kerr Wait for it…😅 https://t.co/errlPdhsMO
“I think it would have worked FOR SURE.” @Espngreeny thinks LeBron and Steph, even at their ages, are a perfect pairing 😮💨 https://t.co/KCJxIQJq47 https://t.co/krFTgwplpA
"If [LeBron James] has wandering eyes in the summer, or if Kevin Durant does or if Paul George is going to be a free agent at this point... the #Warriors will be in on that conversation." @anthonyVslater on the Dubs potentially bringing in another star (@MorningRoast957)
The Warriors and Lakers reportedly had discussions about sending LeBron James to Golden State. The fact owners of both teams gauged interest in a potential move shows the speculation about LeBron's uneasiness in LA has legitimate juice behind it. READ: https://t.co/ohVOl8izxd
.@keyshawn isn’t surprised the Warriors proposed a LeBron trade: “This convo was a little more serious on LeBron’s side. He openly said he’d like to play with Steph.” https://t.co/YEWTSszlaM