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.

On the very unlikely chance that LeBron James and the Lakers go down a road that leads to a buyout, the Cleveland Cavaliers would almost certainly throw their hat in the ring. How much money would King James want from his hometown team?

The New York Knicks, Cleveland Cavaliers, and Golden State are unquestionably the three most popular trade destinations for James this summer. However, according to an anonymous NBA scout, the Lakers have made their decision on whether or not to trade James.