This article was originally published on www.si.com as LeBron James Sends Congratulations to Cavaliers Assistant GM Amid Trade Speculation.

LeBron James’ return to the Los Angeles Lakers for the upcoming NBA season is far from certain. As he nears the twilight of his career, the four-time champion is focused on contending for another title.

LeBron James and Kyrie Irving formed one of the NBA’s greatest duos during their time together in Cleveland. Their three-year NBA journey together culminated in the Cavaliers bouncing back from a 3-1 deficit to defeat the Golden State Warriors in the 2016 NBA Finals.

LeBron James' status with the Los Angeles Lakers has been uncertain for the first time in years heading into the 2025 offseason. After another first-round exit

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The Cleveland Cavaliers would seem to be the logical choice for James if he were to end his career outside of LA. He spent 11 seasons with the team, he’s from the area, and the Cavs have a championship-caliber team on paper that hasn’t translated to the playoffs yet. James could be the missing piece that gets them over the hump.

LeBron James’ future in the NBA remains uncertain — and a potential return to the Cleveland Cavaliers depends on a major condition.

Frye finished the 2018 season with the Lakers but returned to the Cavs the next year to finish his career there.