The Los Angeles Lakers have been going through some ups and downs lately, most recently losing a home game to the Orlando Magic on Tuesday evening. Some are even saying that the Lakers would be better off moving on from LeBron James this summer, as the possibility of him joining a new team has become a real possibility.
Of course, James' retirement doesn't seem too far away either, and recently, Bleacher Report's Eric Pincus reported on a big plan the star may have as it relates to NBA expansion.
Pincus reported, "...there is a rumor going around the league that he will be the face of an NBA expansion team in Las Vegas."
Apparently, James' longtime friend Rich Paul is also involved in the scheme.
Pincus reported, "One thinking is that he could retire, and his agent, Rich Paul of Klutch Sports, could sell the rest of his agency to UTA (United Talent Agency). With the financial backing, they could step into ownership roles."
Rumors of NBA expansion have been circulating for some time, with Las Vegas listed among the leading candidates along with Seattle, previously home to the SuperSonics.
Pincus said that "the league will allow multiple candidates to choose a position."
James has become more and more prominent in recent years for his business interests off the court. Meanwhile, Paul has not been a fan of the Lakers this year, as he publicly suggested that the team move on from Austin Reaves via a trade.
However, his potential teaming up with James on an expansion team in Las Vegas would happen long after James' Lakers days, and the NBA as a whole, are over.
For now, the Lakers will focus on trying to get back in the win column on Thursday against the Phoenix Suns.
