James and Wade have been close to one another for over 20 years as they were the No. 1 and No. 5 picks respectively in the 2003 draft. They won two NBA titles together with the Heat in the 2012-13 seasons, and played a total of five seasons together in the NBA.

LeBron James' beard carries more gray now, a quiet reminder of just how long he's been doing this. When the Los Angeles Lakers star steps back on the floor for the 2025-26 season, he'll become the first player in NBA history to reach 23 seasons with the same franchise.

Los Angeles Lakers guard Gabe Vincent caught fire from behind the arc in the first half of the team's preseason matchup with Cooper Flagg and the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday.

Given his age and this sciatica issue bothering LeBron James for months now, the Lakers will not rush his return.

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar was the first player in the 20-season club, getting there in 1988-89. Robert Parish followed in 1995-96 (and played a 21st season as well). Kevin Willis played 21 seasons, his career ending in 2006-07.

LeBron James made it very clear that he’ll do everything in his power to hold onto his wife of 12 years, Savannah James. The NBA superstar, 40, appeared on Savannah’s “Everybody’s Crazy” podcast on Tuesday,

Doncic’s presence should help ease the sting of LeBron’s absence. However, the Western Conference will greatly benefit from LA’s notable setback.Last season, the Lakers finished with an impressive 50-32 record in the West.

Recent trade odds have revealed some potential trade destinations for Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James before the trade deadline.