This article was originally published on www.si.com/nba/knicks as Stars Aligning For LeBron James to Knicks. The New York Knicks have long been linked to LeBron James ever since he was a free agent 15 years ago.

Imagine telling someone 12 months ago that Cooper Flagg’s Summer League debut would come in a Mavericks jersey against Bronny James, while LeBron James might be eyeing a new team because the Lakers want to build around Luka Dončić.

The decision from LeBron James earlier this summer to pick up his player option for next season from the Los Angeles Lakers came with an important caveat from agent Rich Paul — the four-time NBA MVP wants the chance to win another championship before his career comes to an end.

NBA analyst Skip Bayless unleashes a fury of criticism toward LeBron James after viral picture shows him at the Cavaliers facility.

However, the four-time NBA champion received a frightening retirement prediction from his son, Bryce James. "I ain't gonna lie that's OD (overdose-doing too much)," the Arizona freshman said on Instagram Live in response to a comment about him potentially joining his father in the league in 2026.