In a proposed trade scenario, the Los Angeles Lakers would send LeBron James and Bronny James to the Golden State Warriors in exchange for Jimmy Butler—forming a legendary duo of LeBron and Stephen Curry in Golden State.
Rumors about the Los Angeles Lakers potentially trading LeBron James have been circulating for some time, but so far, there’s been no concrete indication that a deal is imminent.
However, if such a trade were to happen, it could alter the course of NBA history. A player of LeBron’s stature—widely considered one of the greatest of all time—has never been traded.
One particularly shocking trade scenario was proposed by Bleacher Report’s Zach Buckley, who suggested the Lakers could trade the father-son duo of LeBron and Bronny James to the Golden State Warriors in exchange for Jimmy Butler and a first-round pick swap.
Full trade:
Golden State Warriors receive:
- LeBron James
- Bronny James
Los Angeles Lakers receive:
- Jimmy Butler
- 2028 first-round pick swap
Although the trade may seem unlikely at first glance, it could make sense for both teams. Golden State would gain a much-needed playmaker to pair with Stephen Curry in LeBron James, while also keeping LeBron and Bronny together on the same team.
Meanwhile, the Lakers would acquire a more defense-oriented superstar in Jimmy Butler, who might be a better fit alongside offensive juggernaut Luka Doncic.
