Despite LeBron James picking up his $52.6 million player option to remain with the Los Angeles Lakers for next season, there's never been more speculation surrounding his status with the team. That's in part because no new contract was negotiated this summer to keep him there past this upcoming season,

For the first time in his NBA career, LeBron James is no longer the primary focus of his team. Following a bold midseason trade that brought Luka Doncic to Los Angeles, the Lakers are reportedly prioritizing the younger superstar over the four-time NBA champion.

The Los Angeles Lakers' legend spent some time recently with Jokic's agent in St. Tropez. The agent, Misko Raznatovic, shared a photo on Instagram with James and his business partner, Maverick Carter. The caption: "The summer of 2025 is the perfect time to make big plans for the fall of 2026!"