LeBron James Trade Saga Takes Another Twist for Lakers originally appeared on Athlon Sports. LeBron James put some pressure on Rob Pelinka and the Los Angeles Lakers. He didn't discuss a potential contract extension after opting in on the final year of his contract, and his agent talked about his desire to play on a championship-caliber roster.

James opted into his contract but is reportedly watching the Lakers' offseason moves closely. Will the NBA's biggest star demand a trade?

Brian Windhorst said on ESPN Cleveland that the superstar and the Lakers are "beginning to move apart" and that this is the beginning of the end of his time with the franchise (h/t Lakers Daily ).