Insider’s Update on LeBron James’ Plans for the Pistons’ Free Agency
Will there be another LeBron James sweepstakes in the NBA’s free agency market this summer? The Detroit Pistons would have the money to make a bid if that were the case.
James is unlikely to consider moving to Detroit, of course, given the current situation of the Pistons.
There there was a rumored loophole in a possible LeBron draft, and it was really straightforward: draft Bronny James, and your odds of signing his father would significantly increase.
But LeBron’s club for the upcoming season isn’t in a have-Bronny or bust situation, according to the James family’s representative.
According to ESPN’s NBA Insider Adrian Wojnarowski, who based his report on interviews with Rich Paul, LeBron James no longer considers playing with him to be a top goal.
Bronny is more concerned with fitting into the appropriate developmental system. A return to the NCAA is a real possibility if the NBA is unwilling to allow that.
Could the Pistons even have a meeting with LeBron given that they have the money to offer for the future Hall of Famer and don’t even need to draft Bronny?That seems like a questionable situation.
According to Wojnarowski, we all know, in all likelihood, that he’s back with the Lakers. All that will depend on is how the agreement is structured. Two years, really? maybe three years after he chooses to withdraw.
The expectation is that LeBron will turn down the impending $51 million player option and go for a multi-year contract. He is able to contract for more than $160 million and for a maximum of three years.
LeBron’s addition to the Pistons is undoubtedly a fascinating pipe dream, but it wouldn’t be very sensible for either team.
It’s evident from James’ most recent performances with the Lakers that he is no longer capable of leading a team to the Finals by himself. The Pistons are not even close to contending for a title.
Since the NBA is such a crazy place, it’s hard to predict what will or won’t happen. LeBron may play for another team next season, but it appears more likely that he will rejoin the Lakers.
