Will James pull the same ruse he pulled for the Miami Heat ten years ago?

LeBron James has once again sparked NBA rumors with his latest presence at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse, where he attended Game 4 between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Boston Celtics. Despite not playing, the 39-year-old proved he is still a headline act, attracting attention wherever he goes.

While fans welcomed him with loving arms, uncertainty regarding his future with the Los Angeles Lakers has grown. Following the Lakers’ sad playoff defeat, sources indicate that the team is eager to retain James. Some have even suggested that they draft his son, Bronny James, to sweeten the bargain.

On “Unsportsman Like Radio,” NBA insider Brian Windhorst added fuel to the fire, suggesting LeBron is up to something. “He’s extremely strategic and I wish I could tell you I knew exactly what he is doing,” Windhorst shared. “I don’t pretend to know, but he’s gotta be up to something,” warned the reporter.

LeBron is known for this kind of shenanigans

Windhorst referenced a similar situation from a decade ago when LeBron, then with the Miami Heat, attended a Cleveland game and later returned to the Cavaliers, offending head coach Pat Riley. However, Windhorst believes Lakers owner Jeanie Buss would not react the same way as Riley did back then.

Rich Paul, LeBron’s agent, reportedly informed the Lakers in advance of his Cleveland visit. While a reunion with the Cavs may be challenging due to salary cap constraints, LeBron’s move is seen as a tactic to pressure the Lakers.

The situation is unlikely to be resolved until after the 2024 Paris Olympics, leaving fans and analysts alike speculating about the next move of the NBA superstar. As James’ future hangs in the balance, one thing is certain: the King’s decisions will continue to captivate the basketball world.