The message is simple: this is not a rivalry, it’s a partnership. Luka Doncic wants LeBron James to retire as a Laker, and as long as he’s leading the franchise, that wish might just come true. This story was originally reported by Fadeaway World on Jul 31, 2025, where it first appeared.

NBA legend LeBron James won’t get traded by the Los Angeles Lakers, according to his agent, Rich Paul of Klutch Sports Group. Paul was on “TheTylilShow Live” and said LeBron will remain with the Lakers since the NBA icon has a no-trade clause.

Well, those fans who won't give the Lakers credit could be backed up by an NBA executive. Philadelphia 76ers president of basketball operations, Daryl Morey, told the Athletic that people around the league privately agree the championship isn't genuine.

In a look back at the bubble at The Athletic, NBA executive Daryl Morey — at the time with Houston, now the head of basketball operations with Philadelphia — said that the tit