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Exec Details Win-Win LA Lakers & LeBron James Contract Terms That Both MUST Consider
TL;DR
LeBron James faces a decision about his future after the Lakers' playoff exit. A rival executive suggests a contract that could benefit both James and the Lakers.
Key points
- LeBron James faces a decision about his NBA future.
- The Lakers were swept by the Oklahoma City Thunder in the playoffs.
- A rival executive proposed beneficial contract terms for both parties.
- Interest from other teams like the Warriors and Cavaliers exists.
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A rival executive broke down the new contract the Los Angeles Lakers should give LeBron James, and it feels like a win-win for both sides.
On Monday, the Lakers saw their 2025-26 campaign come to a disappointing end when theĀ Oklahoma City ThunderĀ completed a dominant four-game sweep in the semifinals of the NBA playoffs. After theirĀ 115-110 lossĀ at home, the speculation about Jamesā future immediately kicked off.
Over the next few weeks, the 22-time All-Star must decide if he wants to play one more season in the NBA. If he does return for a 24th season, while there will be interest from other teams like the Golden State Warriors and Cleveland Cavaliers, a return to the Lakers makes the most sense.
āItās just hard to fit him anywhere,ā a West scout told ESPNās Tim Bontemps on Friday. But James wonāt come cheap, and the chances of him taking a veteranās deal to chase a title donāt make business sense for him. āBy our metrics, he remains a top-25 player in the league, and if not for his age, weād probably assess him at near max player level,ā an East team strategist also told ESPNās Brian Windhorst.
Should the LA Lakers offer LeBron James a one-year deal with a no-trade clause?
So what sort of deal should the Lakers offer that makes sense for them in the short and long-term, but doesnāt offend one of the greatest players of all-time, who is still playing at an All-Star level at 41 years old? An executive from an Eastern Conference team has an idea.
Q&A
What contract terms should the Lakers offer LeBron James?
A rival executive suggests terms that create a win-win situation for both LeBron James and the Lakers.
What happened to the Lakers in the 2025-26 NBA playoffs?
The Lakers were eliminated by the Oklahoma City Thunder in a four-game sweep during the semifinals.
Which teams are interested in LeBron James if he leaves the Lakers?
The Golden State Warriors and Cleveland Cavaliers have shown interest in LeBron James if he decides to leave the Lakers.
Will LeBron James play another season in the NBA?
LeBron James must decide in the coming weeks if he wants to return for a 24th season in the NBA.
