Lakers Insider: LeBron James Won’t Be Traded amid NBA Rumors on Contract and Future:
The Los Angeles Lakers have made it clear that they have no intention of trading LeBron James, despite rumors and speculation surrounding his contract and future with the team. According to a Lakers insider, the team is committed to keeping James and building a competitive roster around him.
“LeBron won’t be traded, and we aren’t asking to be,” James’ agent, Rich Paul, told ESPN. “We’re focused on making the playoffs and making a deep run this season.”
James, who is in the final season of a two-year, $99 million contract with the Lakers, has been the subject of much speculation in recent weeks. With the team struggling to find consistency and sitting outside the playoff picture, many have wondered if James might be traded or if he might opt out of his contract and sign with another team.
However, according to the Lakers insider, the team is committed to keeping James and building a roster that can compete for a championship. “LeBron is a key part of our team and our future,” the insider said. “We’re focused on making the necessary moves to put a competitive team around him and make a deep run in the playoffs.”
The Lakers have been actively seeking to improve their roster, and have been linked to several players who could help them make a push for the playoffs. According to the insider, the team is looking to add a point guard and a big man, and is exploring all options to make it happen.
Despite the rumors and speculation surrounding James’ future, the Lakers are confident that he will remain with the team and lead them to success. “LeBron is a winner, and he wants to win,” the insider said. “We’re confident that he’ll be with us for the long haul and lead us to a championship.”
James has been with the Lakers since 2018, and has led the team to the playoffs in each of his first two seasons. Despite the team’s struggles this season, James has remained committed to the Lakers and has been vocal about his desire to win a championship with the team.
“I came here to win a championship, and that’s still my goal,” James said in a recent interview. “I’m committed to this team and this city, and I’m going to do everything I can to help us succeed.”
The Lakers insider echoed James’ sentiments, saying that the team is committed to winning and will do whatever it takes to make it happen