Undercurrents! Four teams inquired about James, James renewed his contract suspense drama, the Lakers faced a century-long choice

This summer offseason, LeBron James' contract issue has turned into a mini-serial series - the Los Angeles Lakers superstar seems to be considering his future carefully. Surprisingly, James did not seek a long-term contract, but chose to execute the player option worth more than $52 million next season. Shortly after the announcement of the decision, his agent, Ritchie Paul of Klutch Sports, immediately issued an intriguing statement, implying that James is closely following the lineup strengthening of the Lakers management for the championship. "We understand the difficulty of balancing the preparations for the present and planning for the future," Paul said. "At this stage we must evaluate what is most beneficial to LeBron's life and career. He hopes to grasp every season of his career, and the Lakers management understands and supports this. "

As soon as this statement came out, trading rumors suddenly became rampant. According to ESPN reporters Ramona Shelburn and Brian Windhorst, teams such as Golden State Warriors have begun to evaluate the possibility of a deal. "A Eastern Conference executive is convinced that James intends to leave the Lakers," the report reads. "Many teams are weighing the offer, including the Warriors who tried to trade last season. "

"A Western Conference executive believes that this is just an emotional game caused by the Lakers' failure to provide contract renewal. " ESPN reporter Dave McMenaming added that four teams have contacted Paul himself about potential trades.

Although James himself denied his willingness to leave the team and even declined the media interview invitation during the Las Vegas Summer League, the Lakers have obviously turned their focus to the new nuclear Luka Doncic to make arrangements for the post-James era. Considering that the veteran, who is about to enter his 23rd season, has the possibility of retirement, the evaluation of his transaction value will be very topical - but if the Lakers want to get a reward that matches his championship value through the trade, they may have little hope.