Amid serious speculation about LeBron James' future in Los Angeles, there is now an update about what's coming next.

When the Los Angeles Lakers acquired Luka Doncic in the blockbuster trade ahead of last year's deadline, it was a passing of the torch. LeBron James had been the face of the franchise for years, but now it's Doncic's turn.

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers front office are reportedly at odds, and their relationship won’t improve anytime soon. The addition of Luka Dončić has caused an internal conflict with the franchise’s pivot to the 26-year-old superstar looming.

This article was originally published on www.si.com as ESPN's Brian Windhorst Says Lakers, LeBron James Contract Situation Feels 'Unusual'.

After LeBron James picked up his $52.6 million player option this summer, experts believed that the most important decision for the Lakers this summer

The relationship between LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers seems to be facing some turbulence. Last month, LeBron decided to opt into the final year of his contract with the Lakers and secured a $53 million payday for the upcoming season.

Our ESPN story on LeBron James’ contract situation with the Los Angeles Lakers is updated with quotes from Rich Paul of Klutch Sports as well as potential “impact” players James would be ...

Apr 30, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) brings the ball up court against the Minnesota Timberwolves during the first half in game five of first ...