Lakers Rumors: Anthony Davis? Future Sealed as LeBron James? Big Wish Revealed

The Los Angeles Lakers are amidst yet another disappointing season in the LeBron James era. The underwhelming performance so far has resulted in more trade rumors surrounding the team. However, despite numerous roster changes in the past few years, one thing that remained constant is the LeBron James and Anthony Davis duo. Moreover, judging from the plans of Lakers management, it might as well be the case moving forward.

The Lakers’ management and GM Rob Pelinka are at crossroads with the team’s future. Whatever decision the management takes in the coming few months will dictate the legacy of LeBron James’s twilight years. However, according to reports, the management has sealed its stars’ future for the foreseeable future.

The Lakers are not going to trade Anthony Davis, per sources

Despite all the trade rumors surrounding All-star forward Anthony Davis, the Lakers management, per sources, are not considering any trades for him. Consequently he will not be involved in any trade packages, thus sealing his future with the team. Moreover, King James has clarified his priorities to Pelinka and team. According to reports, the 4x NBA champion has made his plans about his future with the team clear. James intends to maximize his tenure with the Lakers and does not want to wait for reinforcements until the next season.

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The Lakers are in a franchise-altering dilemma. With no hopes of improvement on the current roster, the Lakers can either blow up the entire team and start a rebuild. Or, they can pursue star talents across the league, luring the teams with their first-round picks from 2027 and 2029. Both the above two schools of thought have the backing of Lakers fans.

Meanwhile, the report also dismissed the trade rumors concerning Anthony Davis. “And while it?s been a talking point on social media, the Lakers are not considering trading Davis, according to sources,” it stated. “For any dialogue of that nature to occur, Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul would have received calls from interested teams inquiring if his client would agree to an extension if they traded for him.”

“Those conversations have not taken place, sources say,” the report further added. Moreover, following LeBron James’ injury, the team would be looking to rely more on AD than before.

LeBron James’ stint with the Lakers

It seemed like the dawning of an age when LeBron James signed with the Lakers in 2019. Moreover, the hopes of a dynasty heightened among Lakers fans when the team moved heaven and earth to acquire All-star forward Anthony Davis from the Pelicans. However, apart from the championship run of 2020, the Lakers have fallen flat on these expectations.

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The Los Angeles Lakers have had some of the worst seasons in franchise history the past few seasons. Moreover, their struggles from last season continue as they have had a disastrous season so far. With three weeks of NBA regular season action underway, the Lakers have plunged to the bottom of the NBA. With a disappointing record of 2-10, they rank among the worst teams in the league.