Cleveland.com's Chris Fedor feels that the NBA will get a heads up before LeBron James retires because the Los Angeles Lakers star will want to end his playing career with a "farewell tour."

It would be in the Los Angeles Lakers' best interest to consider signing a contributor who previously competed with the franchise.

Mar 19, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) is guarded by Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon (32) in the first half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images / Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

The LA Lakers are one of the most iconic franchises in the world. Let's look at the players who produced their top five single season rebounds per game.

If the 2003 No. 1 overall pick and his son, Bronny, want to move on from Los Angeles before the 2025-26 season begins, Sports Illustrated’s Jackson Caudell believes the first-father son duo in NBA history would fit well with the Detroit Pistons.

Apr 26, 2025; Miami, Florida, USA;Miami Heat forward Andrew Wiggins (22) drives to the basket against Cleveland Cavaliers guard Sam Merrill (5) in the third quarter during game three for the first round of the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images / Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

The Los Angeles Lakers seem to be determined to move on from LeBron James and focus on Luka Doncic. Based on the moves they’ve made this summer, they’re prioritizing two-year contracts, which aren’t the ideal deals for them to contend.

Learn about the effects of Bradley Beal signing with the Clippers on the Lakers and what it means for their championship hopes.