An exceptional player since his debut in the league, LeBron James has also inherited peerless GM status over time. He had precisely illustrated his talents in the field a little more than two years ago, when he tied up an exchange between Russell Westbrook… and Ben Simmons!
Among the many nicknames that have been attributed to him during his career, “LeGM” is undoubtedly one of the most ironic and singular. A forerunner in the takeover of players’ power in league decisions, LeBron James not only oversaw his career as he wished, but also had his say in the management of his teams. Enough to make him a sort of major assistant general manager.
Again this summer, the King showed he has more than one string to his bow, playing a big part in bringing several rookies to the Lakers. His involvement in the Russell Westbrook trade, for example, is no longer in doubt. But before he caught the Brodie in his net, LeBron once … got rid of it. Not in one of its franchises, but on the occasion of the All-Star Game 2019!
The day LeBron cleared Westbrook to get Simmons
