LeBron James Trade Rumors Gain Traction With Fourth of July Post originally appeared on Athlon Sports. It was a typical summer afternoon in Cleveland, Ohio, except for one unexpected visitor.

LeBron James opting into his player contract with the Los Angeles Lakers, followed by a statement released by his agent, has fueled trade and buyout rumors for the last week. He wants the best possible chance to compete for a championship, and even though the Lakers now have Luka Doncic, the rest of the roster is discombobulated, at best.

A photo showing Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James at the Cleveland Cavaliers practice facility amid NBA trade rumors is much ado about nothing, per the King himself.