Despite rumors and speculation that LeBron James could request a trade away from the Los Angeles Lakers this offseason, some in the NBA reportedly aren't convinced that he really wants to play elsewhere.

Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Brooklyn Nets guard De'Anthony Melton (8) dribbles against Utah Jazz guard Elijah Harkless (16) during the second quarter at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images / Rob Gray-Imagn Images Now that the Los Angeles Lakers have filled their biggest roster need by signing Deandre Ayton to be their starting center,

The Los Angeles Lakers front office might be perplexed by the idea of landing a perfect center-court player and slipping away from a potential trade. While both things are not going hand in hand, the Golden State Warriors are emerging as a potential suitor for a star guard.

Newly signed Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton used his introductory press conference on Tuesday to highlight how excited he is to join a team that features stars such as LeBron James and Luka Doncic.

Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton is thrilled to team up with point guard Luka Dončić, telling reporters at his introductory press conference on Tuesday that it "feels like a video game."