NBA Trade Rumors: LeBron James’ Cavaliers reunion hinges on lone condition as Lakers star's LA exit buzz intensifies

NBA Trade Rumors: LeBron James’ Cavaliers reunion hinges on lone condition as Lakers star's LA exit buzz intensifies

Recent reports have shown that the LA Lakers are ready to move on from LeBron James after the 2025-26 NBA season.

Report: Cavs only interested in LeBron James in a buyout situation

Dec 18, 2022; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (6) smiles after he dunked the ball in the first half against the Washington Wizards at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers appear to be on the outs, opening up the possibility that he plays for another team in 2026-27. He could also request a trade or a buyout, leading to an earlier depar…

Cleveland Cavaliers Pursuing LeBron James Amid Lakers Tension

LeBron James' future with the Los Angeles Lakers is uncertain as he approaches the end of his career. Amid speculation, the Cleveland Cavaliers have expressed interest in reuniting with their former star but will only pursue him if he is available through a buyout. With a hefty salary of $52.6 million next season, trading for LeBron isn't feasible for Cleveland. The Lakers, on the other hand, are reportedly preparing for life after LeBron, indic…

REPORT: Cleveland Cavaliers Eyeing LeBron James Amid Lakers Drama, But One Massive Obstacle Stands In The Way

LeBron James (Image Credits: Imagn) LeBron James’ return to the Los Angeles Lakers for the upcoming NBA season is far from certain. As he nears the twilight of his career, the four-time champion is focused on contending for another title. Rumors have been swirling about LeBron’s next destination. Hoops Wire has suggested that the Cleveland Cavaliers are showing interest in reuniting with their former franchise icon. However, the interest comes w…

Report: Cavs only interested in LeBron James in buyout situation

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James has spent more seasons playing for the Cleveland Cavaliers than any other team in his pro career, as he had two stints with the franchise years ago. First, he spent his opening seven campaigns in the NBA with the Cavaliers. Then, his second stint with the team spanned four seasons from the 2014-15 season through the 2017-18 campaign, and Cleveland made the NBA Finals every one of those four seasons. Fast f…

NBA insider claims Lakers would like to move on from LeBron ‘ASAP’

Star forward LeBron James’ stint with the Los Angeles Lakers might be nearing its end soon after he’s spent the last seven seasons with the storied franchise and helped the team to its 17th title in franchise history in 2020. NBA insider John Gambadoro made a post on X on Friday indicating that the Lakers wish to move on from the 40-year-old as soon as possible. They would like to move on from him ASAP — John Gambadoro (@Gambo987) July 11, 2025…