Rich Paul Reaffirms LeBron Not Up for Trade

LeBron James' agent, Rich Paul, has confirmed that the Los Angeles Lakers will not be trading the superstar ahead of the NBA Trade Deadline, despite James' cryptic tweet and expected absence in the team's next game. This clarification comes amid rumors about James' future with the Lakers, fueled by his non-committal response when asked about his player option for the 2024-25 season. The Lakers have been active in trade talks, but it has been made clear that LeBron won't be included in any of those scenarios. The four-time MVP remains the subject of regular speculation as the trade deadline approaches on 8 February. James has a $51.4 million player option next season, and his future with the team remains uncertain due to his injury and the team's performance.