For the better part of the last month, the Los Angeles Lakers have been in a standstill, staring down the Brooklyn Nets with neither side blinking. The game of chicken could have a shakeup this week, though, with LeBron James able to sign an extension on Aug. 4.
James’ voice carries a lot of weight and how he handles his upcoming contract negotiations will have ripple effects on not just how the Lakers handle the rest of the summer but how other teams approach discussions with the Lakers. As a result, there are more than a few eyes looking toward that Aug.