LOS ANGELES — Speaking for the first time since Sunday when he capped a wild All-Star weekend of rumor, speculation, inference and intrigue, LeBron James cut through all the pretense by saying exactly what was on his mind.
Comments about other general managers were just comments. Wishful thinking about playing with his son, Bronny, is just wishful thinking. And any early-stage orchestration about a Los Angeles exit is untrue.
Asked if he could see himself with this team long term, James was as direct about his future as he's been.