The Lakers had just been eliminated by the Nuggets on the front foot, and the topic of James' future became the focus of heated media discussions in an instant.
In the post-game interview, James refused to answer the relevant topic, and today, he posted again: "I have seen and heard a lot of reports about me, I said it yesterday, and now I say it again, I don't know yet, I just want to stay with my family and friends now." You'll know when my family, lawyers, and representatives talk. Until then, it's all love. ”
James had obviously noticed the rumors, so he posted a special response in the hope of quelling the discussion. But obviously, for this level of supergiants, especially supergiants with their own traffic passwords, the media is obviously unwilling to let go of the opportunity easily.
And the American media "ClutchPoints" reporter Brett Siegel analyzed the possibility of James and Curry teaming up with the Warriors in the future in the latest report.
"The Warriors are more than willing to seriously consider bringing James to the Bay Area so that they can win now, and according to sources, Curry will undoubtedly discuss the possibility of joining the Warriors with James before the start of free agency and U.S. men's basketball training camp," the report said. ”
At the same time, the report also mentions: "Before the start of training camp for Team USA in July, James will not only consider the $51.42 million player option for the 2024-25 season, but will also actively consider other options in the future, and Curry and Durant may play a role in James' decision." ”
Curry failed to lead the team to the playoffs this season, and Durant's Suns were swept by the Timberwolves in the first round. The fact that three of the league's top giants faced a similar dilemma at the end of their careers may have been an important factor in their sympathy and serious consideration of potential alliances.
Despite being 39 years old, at an age when many players have been retired for many years, James is still the hottest star in the league, which is amazing. Obviously, once James announces his entry into the free market, I believe that there will be many teams competing for him, whether it is for the team's record, or to improve his fame and increase the box office.
And the Warriors are one of them! Thinking about James and Curry teaming up to wear a Warriors jersey will undoubtedly be a picture that will shake the entire basketball world. But the Warriors are intentional, whether James is intentional or not, is still unknown, not to mention, the Lakers are also trying to find a way to try to keep James.
Shams revealed after the Lakers were eliminated that Lakers management was willing to provide James with a three-year, 164 million maximum salary extension contract, and was even willing to select Bronny in the draft to help James realize his dream of being on the same stage as father and son. In addition to the contract extension and selection of Bronny, the team also wants to bring in a third star in the offseason in order to form a new Big Three combination, which is of course one of the management's moves to keep James.
According to a joint report by Shams, Jovan Buha and Sam Amick, Trae Young will be one of the Lakers' important targets in the offseason.
And Focus sports reporter Evan Sidery also wrote: The Lakers' most suitable asset for a comeback is the next three first-round picks (2024/25, 2029 and 2031), and the deal with Young is likely to revolve around Reaves and draft picks.
Reaves + Stud 3 first-round trade Trae Young?This is obviously a big gamble and a risk for the Lakers, will management really do it?