Rich Paul has spent years shaping NBA conversations behind the scenes, but now his voice is front and center. As agents step into media roles, reactions have followed, with Paul’s comments also touching on LeBron James’ future amid ongoing trade speculation, adding to the attention and debate across the basketball world.

The response came in December 2025 during the debut episode of Game Over , a new Spotify podcast co-hosted by Paul and Max Kellerman. Paul addressed claims that his connection to LeBron James limits his honesty when discussing the Los Angeles Lakers .

“People expect me because LeBron is on the Lakers to only glaze a situation. You don’t know me. LeBron wouldn’t tell you that, JJ Redick wouldn’t tell you that, Rob Pelinka wouldn’t tell you that. Some things sh

See Full Page