James future destination has caused heated discussion: Knicks become potential next player, and Towns may become trading chips

【Big Up! 41-year-old James may start a new chapter in his career]

On July 4, 2025, the fourth day of the NBA free market, ESPN reporter Adrian Wojnarowski revealed: The Lakers' contract renewal negotiations with LeBron James are at a deadlock, and the Knicks become the potential next home.

[The secrets of contract renewal differences]

The Lakers management is undecided to renew the contract with 41-year-old James' 50 million annual salary. Although James was still able to hand in 25+7+8 last season, his first round of playoffs ejected the Lakers.

[New York City's Champion Dream]

MSG Network analyst Alan Hahn predicts: If James joins, the Knicks will be able to target the championship in 120 days. The theoretical net efficiency value of the Brunson-Randall-James trio is amazing. This is the fourth time James has had an affair with the Knicks in his career.

[Number Game in the Trading Maze]

Salary Expert Bobby Marks Analysis: Due to the new version of the labor-capital agreement, the Knicks wants to eat James' big contract, and Towns may be the only bargaining chip. But medical expert Dr. Brian Sutterer pointed out that although James is in good shape, his knee and ankle problems are worrying.

【Subtle Game in the Dressing Room】

Reporter Chris Mannix of Sports Illustrated revealed: Randall said he didn't mind being the second-in-command, but the data showed that once his usage rate dropped, his efficiency would be discounted. The two "Glass Man"'s resuming arrangements will also test the coaching staff.

[League pattern may be reshuffled]

Among the 17 executives of the Eastern Conference teams, 14 people foresaw the earthquake. But ESPN tactical expert Kirk Goldsberry is concerned: The Knicks' outside defense loopholes may be targeted by strikers like Tatum and Antetokounmpo.

[Balance between Business and Competition]

MSG Entertainment's stock price rose by 3.2%, confirming James' commercial value. But James, 41, is no longer able to do his defensive end, and is still excellent in passing (5th in the league with 8.2 assists per game).

[The next chapter of the legend]

From the pride of heaven in 2003 to the "evergreen" today, 41-year-old James is still writing legends. Can he continue his glory in Madison Square Garden? Let's wait and see.