According to Lakers Daily, a source revealed that LeBron James has never considered leaving the Lakers, and rumors about his dissatisfaction with the team originate from those teams attempting to acquire him.

The report states that the source indicated teams pursuing LeBron have consistently fed reporters stories about his dissatisfaction with the Lakers, but these claims are entirely baseless.

It is understood that LeBron maintains close relationships with Luka Doncic and Alex Reaves. The source further noted that following Rob Pelinka's acquisitions of Deandre Ayton, Marcus Smart, and Jake LaRavia this summer, all three ball-handlers believe the Lakers possess championship-caliber talent this season.

Finally, the source confirmed LeBron will make his season debut mid-month. Head coach JJ Redick revealed the starting lineup will feature Doncic, Reaves, Rui Hachimura, LeBron, and Ayton.