Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James is locked in for the 2025-26 NBA season. LeBron, 40, is the oldest active player in the league. He turns 41 in December and has nothing left to prove, as he’s the leading scorer of all time,

In the deal, the Mavs land LeBron, his son Bronny and Tyrese Martin and Drew Timme from the Brooklyn Nets. The Lakers acquire Daniel Gafford, PJ Washington, Naji Marshall, Caleb Martin, Jaden Hardy and two second-round picks. Meanwhile, the Nets were able to get Dalton Knecht, Maxi Kleber, Olivier Maxence-Prosper and Dwight Powell.

Marc Stein have had his say about a possible LeBron James departure from the LA Lakers, with the Knicks, Warriors, and Mavericks in running.

The New York Knicks are exploring a trade involving Karl-Anthony Towns to the Brooklyn Nets to alleviate salary cap pressures and avoid second-apron penalties. This potential deal would send Towns to Brooklyn in exchange for Nic Claxton and two first-round picks.

James, who will turn 41 in December, is rumored to want out of the Lakers after Paul released a statement regarding the 21-time All-Star accepting his $52.6 million player option.

The LA Lakers officially announced the signing of Marcus Smart on Tuesday, continuing to bolster their roster after bringing in Deandre Ayton and Jake LaRavia.

The Milwaukee Bucks are reportedly eyeing Brooklyn Nets' guard Cam Thomas to boost their scoring after a disappointing playoff run. Giannis Antetokounmpo's desire for a title contender is fueling the pursuit.