According to NBA journalist Brandon Robinson, sources informed him that when Owen recruited James to play with Dallas, James’ response over the phone was: “I’ll think about it.” American media Legion Hoops forwarded Robinson’s report. However, his revelations have raised doubts among many fans, and many have expressed disbelief in the comments section.
Many fans have questioned Robinson’s source of information. Some fans asked if James was right next to Jen when he said this, while others joked that Robinson missed out on Cuban’s response, saying, “James, we will definitely win the championship next season
Brandon Robinson often reports about Owen, including a series of developments regarding his previous signing of sneakers. He was the only one to reveal the content of James’ response to Owen this time, and other journalists have not confirmed it.
Previously, some journalists had analyzed whether Owen and James could achieve a partnership in Dallas. The vast majority of people believe that it is impossible, after all, whether through trading or buying out, it is difficult to achieve.
In terms of trading, the Lakers are asking a high price for James, and even if the Lone Rangers give them all the chips they are willing to give (such as Hardaway Jr., Bertans, Green, Hardy, two first rounds, etc.), the Lakers won’t look up to it. Laker journalist Buha even reported that the Lakers are only willing to trade James for Dongqi.
In terms of buyout, James cannot give up his salary to play as a lone ranger, and the Lakers have no reason to do so. Whether in terms of the city or the current situation of the team (the Lakers made it to the Western Conference, the lone rangers did not make it to the playoffs), James should not abandon the Lakers to go to the lone rangers.
Therefore, even if Brandon Robinson’s revelation is true, James really said “I will consider it” to Owen, which is probably a perfunctory and polite gesture. James should not retire or leave the Lakers, at least not next season. He has two more years of $97.1 million to execute on his contract with the Lakers, with the second season being a player option. He will be eligible to become a free agent after the end of the 2023-24 season, and at that time, he should make new decisions based on Brownie’s draft situation.
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