ESPN’s Brian Windhorst believes a LeBron James trade could become a realistic scenario if the Los Angeles Lakers stumble out of the gate this season.

On the latest episode of The Hoop Collective, Windhorst discussed the uncertainty surrounding the Lakers and the potential implications of an early-season slump. James, who remains sidelined with a sciatica injury, is expected to miss the start of his 23rd NBA season as Los Angeles prepares for its regular-season opener against the Golden State Warriors next week.

“LeBron hasn’t walked back those comments,” Windhorst said, referring to remarks made earlier this year about James’ future with the organization. “Now I think there’s a chance that Luka is going to get off to a great start and for all I know he’ll be throwing lobs to De

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