Former NBA executive suggests how much Lakers should pay LeBron James
A former NBA executive has suggested that LeBron James may need to accept a pay cut to remain with the Los Angeles Lakers next season. With the restrictive salary cap in the league, it is unlikely that James will receive his usual high salary. The executive proposed a one-year deal at $30 million, which would allow the Lakers to re-sign other key players.
- ▪LeBron James made $52.6 million in his 23rd NBA season.
- ▪Bobby Marks suggested a one-year deal for James at $30 million.
- ▪The Lakers have other players, like Austin Reaves, they want to re-sign.
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