Lakers Considered Trading LeBron James to Clippers, Report Reveals
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News18•21-01-2026, 23:40
Lakers Considered Trading LeBron James to Clippers, Report Reveals
- •ESPN's Baxter Holmes reported that the Los Angeles Lakers considered trading LeBron James, even to the Clippers.
- •The idea emerged during a turbulent period for the Lakers, particularly after the failed Russell Westbrook trade.
- •Owner Jeanie Buss reportedly grew uneasy with the narrative that LeBron 'saved' the Lakers and questioned his accountability.
- •By 2022, Buss privately considered not extending LeBron's contract and even trading him to the crosstown rival Clippers.
- •The trade never materialized, and LeBron remained with the Lakers, contributing to their stability and future success.
Why It Matters: Lakers' owner Jeanie Buss reportedly considered trading LeBron James to the Clippers in 2022.
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