This Lakers trade pitch would see LeBron James return to the Miami Heat in exchange for a sizeable haul of players and draft assets.

Chris Broussard reacts to reports that LeBron James has been frustrated with the Los Angeles Lakers’ direction ever since the Russell Westbrook trade. Broussard breaks down whether that frustration is justified and what it means for the Lakers heading into the season.

Amid speculation about LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers parting ways by either a trade or buyout this offseason, the two sides are reportedly trending toward continuing their partnership.

Video of Richard Jefferson and Channing Frye explaining why it's a challenge to play alongside Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James.

One team linked to James — the Dallas Mavericks — does not have interest in gutting its roster to match James’ salary in a trade, a team source told The Athletic. And if there were a potentially better trade out there for the Lakers — one that would create cap flexibility while also addressing some of the team’s other needs — James has a full