There have always been slight rumors that LeBron James would want to play for the New York Knicks. Instead, he decided to move to the other side of the country and play for the Los Angeles Lakers, allowing him to play for another storied franchise, in one of the best cities in the world, too.

Apr 22, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) and Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) leave a court after defeating the Minnesota Timberwolves 94-85 in game two of first round for the 2024 NBA Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images / Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

The decision from LeBron James earlier this summer to pick up his player option for next season from the Los Angeles Lakers came with an important caveat from agent Rich Paul — the four-time NBA MVP wants the chance to win another championship before his career comes to an end.

Sports media personality shares that there is one missing piece before LeBron James is fully bought in with the Los Angeles Lakers.

The extreme awkwardness between LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers continues minutes after his was all smiles with wife Savannah and daughter Zhuri.