LeBron James' contract with the Los Angeles Lakers runs through the end of the 2025-26 season. And while maybe in the past that would've been a worry, NBA insider Marc Stein reports that the Lakers aren't bothered by that. “The threat of him leaving Lakerland next summer is no threat at all now," writes Stein.

NBA insider Marc Stein provided an update on James' situation, stating the New York Knicks and Golden State Warriors would also be suitors if, for some reason, James were bought out.

The Miami Heat may be planning one of the boldest moves of the NBA offseason. After trading for Norman Powell in a three-team deal with the Los Angeles Clippers and Utah Jazz, Miami didn’t seem done.

An On SI writer's trade proposal would send LeBron and Bronny James to the Detroit Pistons, Marcus Sasser to the Atlanta Hawks, and a mixture of draft picks, players, and a pick swap to the Los Angeles Lakers.

Apr 30, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) moves to the basket against Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle (30) during the first half in game five of first round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images / Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images