With a relatively pedestrian free agency class this offseason, speculation and rumors about Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James continue to dominate the headlines in the NBA.

With LeBron reportedly opting into his $52.6 million player option, he'll become the 1st player in NBA history to play a 23rd season.

Lakers Trade Idea Flips Lebron James, Bronny James to West Rival for $111 Million Star originally appeared on Athlon Sports. LeBron James opted into the final season of his two-year contract with the Los Angeles Lakers ahead of the official start of NBA free agency on Monday, which has created an interesting situation in L.A.