Amid swirling speculation about LeBron James potentially leaving the Los Angeles Lakers, Rich Paul has decisively put the rumors to rest.
During a recent appearance on _The TylilShow Live_, Paul was directly asked if James was on the move. His response was clear and final: “No. The man has a no-trade clause, end of story. It’s up to him if he wants to get traded.”
Paul further emphasized that when a player holds a no-trade clause, the power lies entirely with the athlete. “In the event when a player has a no-trade clause and a team wants to trade the player, that player has the ability to say no,” he explained.
LeBron’s contract with the Lakers grants him full control over any potential trade scenario. Unless he gives the green light, no deal can be made.
This statement from Paul should silence the offseason chatter—for now. As it stands, LeBron remains a Laker by choice, and any future move will be on his terms alone.
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