Los Angeles Lakers star and NBA legend LeBron James denied a report Saturday that the Lakers' treatment of Kobe Bryant at the end of his career contributed

As with every time, LeBron James joins a new team when he joined the Los Angeles Lakers, it was a huge deal. Of course, one of the most iconic players ever joining such a storied franchise almost felt inevitable.

NBA star LeBron James revealed the reasons behind his decision to sign with the Los Angeles Lakers, noting that legend Kobe Bryant was key to his choice. LeBron James chose to join the Los Angeles Lakers in 2018 not only for the chance to win a championship but also for the respect and care the organization showed toward Kobe Bryant in his final years as a player.

LeBron James watched on from the bench as his son, Bronny James, played his first NBA preseason minutes on Friday.

In the weeks leading up to the 2024 NBA Draft, it was seen as a foregone conclusion that the Los Angeles Lakers would select USC guard Bronny James with the No.