Teams have reportedly expressed interest in trading for Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James, who exercised his lucrative player option.

LeBron James trade rumors were completely shut down by his agent Rich Paul, who confirmed that the Lakers star hasn't been made aware of any possibility of movement in free agency

The Los Angeles Lakers appear to have been passive aggressively put on notice by LeBron James ahead of NBA free agency. James’ agent Rich Paul made a public statement about the superstar’s future, prompting plenty of trade rumors.

Forward Jake LaRavia agreed to a two-year, $12 million deal with the Lakers, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania, a move that comes as Dorian Finney-Smith reached a four-year, $53 million deal with the Rockets.

Despite having a glaring need at the center position, the Los Angeles Lakers' first notable addition in free agency turned out to be Jake LaRavia.

After seeing Dorian Finney-Smith leave town to sign with the Houston Rockets, the Lakers brought in 23-year-old forward Jake LaRavia in their first free agency signing. LaRavia is not a household name.