The idea of jettisoning James, who averaged 30.3 points per game in his nineteenth season, has recently been floated by disgruntled Lakers fans and some media personalities ... who think the haul LeBron could get in a trade would make the team immediately better.
But, Magic clearly believes that's nonsense ... telling us he "hopes" to see Bron stay.
As for who will coach LeBron next season after Frank Vogel was just fired ... Magic told us it certainly won't be him, and probably not Phil Jackson either.
But, the Hall of Famer did say Jackson will help in the hunt for the next head man .