Here’s the plain truth of the matter, as outlined by Dan Woike of the Los Angeles Times.
3. Houston Rockets can surround LeBron James with youth and athleticism
Houston has enough shooting to accentuate LeBron’s extant creation chops. The defense should remain close to an elite level, while the Rockets’ bounty of picks and young talent should take care of the necessary trade costs. This Houston team is comfortable building slowly toward a title, but adding James would put the Rockets on the map right now — and gives him a real chance at everlasting glory in the twilight of his career.
2. In a perfect world, LeBron James would beg for a trade to the Oklahoma City Thunder
1. LeBron James and Nikola Jokic? The Denver Nuggets would be appointment viewing