LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers appear headed for a split at some point in the future. Whether that split comes before or during the 2025-26 NBA season or next offseason in free agency, the end seems to be near.

Kyrie Irving is an NBA legend, a nine-time All-Star, three-time All-NBA and one of the most popular individual players of the last 20 years. His style and ability have helped define a young generation of hoopers who admire his handle and ability to be both a scorer and a facilitator.

A three-time blockbuster proposal would send LeBron James to the Dallas Mavericks for an unfathomable trade package.

LeBron James is staying with the Los Angeles Lakers at least for now. The four-time NBA champion picked up his $52.6 million player option to return to the Lakers for an eighth season, which marks his longest continuous stint with any team in his career.