Bryce James had a unique observation as trade rumors run rampant about his dad.
Bryce James Spots Another Detail in LeBron James' Clippers Facility Photo originally appeared on Athlon Sports.
Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James captured the attention of the NBA world after he posted a workout photo of himself in front of the rival Los Angeles Clippers logo, and now his son, Bryce James, is shedding light on another intriguing aspect of the controversial photo.
This comes after James opted into his $52.6 million player option with the Lakers for next season but has still been at the center of trade talks all offseason. An odd development that occurred after his agent, Rich Paul, told ESPN that the Lakers are "building for the future," while the 40-year-old James is hoping to win now.
With the rumors surrounding James running rampant, the photo he shared to his Instagram which happened to be in front of the Clippers logo certainly didn't help ease tensions.
However, his younger son did make a joke of the situation, writing, "What a great hoodie" as his father was wearing a black sweatshirt with a picture of the Arizona Wildcat that read, "Senior Night 2025," from Bryce's final year at Sierra Canyon High School.
LeBron James' Second Time Working Out at Facility Associated With Another NBA Team
This workout photo that sparked thousands of comments online is the second time that James has decided to pose at a facility associated with another NBA team. In July, James was spotted working out at the Cleveland Cavaliers' facility after a photo of him and undrafted guard Denver Jones took the internet by storm.
While many viewed it as a cryptic message of sorts, being that James had been linked to Cleveland for a possible reunion, he set the record straight on X as to why he was there, citing the fact he also lives in Ohio.
"And every summer since it was built," James wrote. "I live here still and train every summer. Got damn yall bored man! Go get a plate of food somewhere and enjoy the 4th of July!"
Why Was LeBron James Practicing at a Clippers Facility?
Now, the reason James was in the same building as a Los Angeles Clippers logo has been confirmed and may be a bit less climactic than fans would have hoped. According to a report by For The Win's Bryan Kalbrosky, the photo was actually snapped at Klutch Sports Group's offices in Playa Vista.
"When the Clippers moved into their new arena, it included an 85,000 square foot practice facility," wrote Kalbrosky. "That means that they no longer needed the smaller Honey Training Center."
LeBron James Feeds Trade Rumors
Even with the context that James is simply practicing at the facility owned by the agency his agent founded, it still aligns with James' history of cryptic messages. The aforementioned statement given to ESPN by Paul was interpreted by many as James suggesting that the Lakers need to make more moves this offseason or consider trading him to a contender.
With the Lakers reportedly building around 26-year-old star Luka Doncic, they still made some offseason acquisitions that should appease James.
- Signed center Deandre Ayton to a two-year, $16.6 million contract.
- Signed sharpshooter Jake LaRavia to a two-year, $12 million contract.
- Signed former NBA Defensive Player of the Year Marcus Smart to a two-year, $11 million contract.
Although fans may be hopeful to see more James drama, ESPN's Bobby Marks reported in June that "there isn't" a trade market for James.
So, he can practice wherever he would like this offseason, but LeBron's expensive buyout and age may be more important to teams than photos in front of opposing logos.
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This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Aug 1, 2025, where it first appeared.
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