Is LeBron James violating the NBA’s anti-tampering policy by helping the Los Angeles Lakers acquire New Orleans Pelicans star Anthony Davis? If so, will the NBA do anything about it?
As explained below, the Lakers’ pursuit of Davis, coupled with remarks by James and the agent for both James and Davis—Rich Paul of Klutch Sports—has sparked concerns about potential conflicts of interest and behind-the-scenes maneuvers that might constitute tampering.
Strained relationship between Davis, Pelicans headed for divorce
Through Paul, Davis recently informed the Pelicans that he would like to be traded to a team that can compete for a championship.